Direct Support Professional, Lincoln

Job overview

The Direct Support Professional, Lincoln is an onsite role in Lincoln, ME, paying $18.88–$19.67 per hour. Katahdin Friends is a Maine nonprofit supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in living full, independent lives in their communities. The role supports an individual in his own home and community by building a positive relationship, encouraging preferred activities and connections, and assisting with daily living needs while respecting his control over his life and home.

What you'll do

• Engage in conversation and activities such as music, classic television, karaoke, and outings
• support friendships and community connections
• help manage timely medication administration
• plan and prepare nutritious meals and snacks
• assist with housekeeping
• provide transportation to appointments and shopping.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

part-time

direct support professional

intellectual and developmental disabilities

community support

medication support

meal preparation

housekeeping

transportation

lincoln me

katahdin friends

$18.88–$19.67/hr

evening and weekend availability

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Full-time employees receive 100% paid health insurance, 401(k) with company match, dental and vision insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance program, and referral program.

Why this role

The posting lists a full-time schedule of Thursday–Saturday, 9 a.m.–10 p.m. (39 hours) and a part-time schedule of Sunday–Wednesday, 6 p.m.–10 p.m. (16 hours).

About the employer

Katahdin Friends INC is hiring for this role. Industry: Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities. Sector: 62.