Job Description

Make a Difference Every Day—Join Woodfords Family Services!

Are you looking for a meaningful career where you can make a positive difference in someone's life? Do you enjoy helping others build independence, achieve their goals, and stay connected to their communities?

Woodfords Family Services is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to join our Residential and Shared Living programs in Scarborough, Saco, and Portland, Maine!

Position Summary

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you will play an important role in helping adults with autism, developmental disabilities, and/or intellectual disabilities live fulfilling and independent lives. You will work with individuals, their families, and other service providers to support personal goals, encourage independence, and promote community inclusion.

From preparing meals and grocery shopping to budgeting, housekeeping, transportation, and participating in community outings, you'll help individuals build the skills and confidence needed for everyday life. Depending on the program, you'll work independently with an individual and collaboratively with a treatment team.

No DSP certification or previous experience? No problem! Woodfords provides paid DSP certification training, supervision, ongoing support, and mentorship opportunities to help you succeed.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting individuals with personal care, self-care, and daily living activities.
• Supporting health, safety, and overall well-being.
• Helping with meal planning, preparation, grocery shopping, and housekeeping.
• Encouraging independence, personal choice, and decision-making.
• Supporting budgeting and other everyday living skills.
• Promoting community participation, integration, and advocacy.
• Providing transportation and accompanying individuals on community outings and activities.

Opportunity Details

We have opportunities available in the following locations:

• Scarborough, ME – Residential Services - Full-time 36–40 hours per week
• Saco, ME – Residential Services - Full-time 36–40 hours per week
• Portland, ME – Shared Living - Casual (per diem), 16 hours per week Monday–Thursday, 4:00 PM–8:00 PM

Pay rate: Starting at $17.00/hour, with higher pay available based on experience and certification.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred
• Valid driver's license and use of a reliable vehicle with current auto insurance
• Direct Support Professional (DSP) certification or successful completion of the full DSP course within six months of hire
• CRMA certification preferred for Scarborough and Saco Residential positions
• Portland Shared Living candidates must be comfortable providing personal care supports

Not a DSP? We'll get you certified!

Through high-quality training, supervision, ongoing support, and mentorship opportunities, DSPs at Woodfords Family Services are equipped with the knowledge, skills, and resources they need to thrive in their role and make a positive impact for the families they serve. Previous experience not required. Apply today and grow your career at an organization that's committed to your success!

Our employees are our greatest asset.

In addition to joining an inclusive and positive work culture that promotes your individual goals, Woodfords offers the following benefits package to full-time employees:

• Competitive Health Insurance (with multiple plan options!)
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Sick Time
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 1 Floating Holiday
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with 5% Agency Match
• Robust Employee Wellness Program
• Gym/Fitness membership reimbursement
• Employer-Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Employer-Paid Group Term Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP Benefits)
• Voluntary Supplemental Benefits
• Exclusive Verizon Discount to Woodfords Family Service Employees

**Woodfords Family Services is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program**

Who We Are

Woodfords Family Services is a nonprofit organization that's been committed to the support and inclusion of people with special needs and their families in Maine communities for over 55 years! Today, the organization provides a wide array of clinical, educational, behavioral health, residential, community, and family support programs to more than 2,000 children, youth, and adults with autism, developmental disabilities, intellectual disabilities, and/or mental health diagnoses throughout the state. Additionally, the agency is accredited by the Council on Accreditation (COA), whose program of quality improvement is designed to identify providers that have met high performance standards and have made a commitment to their stakeholders to deliver the very best quality services.