DSPs Wanted - Openings for Part Time and Full Time State Wide! Starting Pay $22 /hour
Company: Family First Developmental Disability Solutions
Role summary
DSPs Wanted - Openings for Part Time and Full Time State Wide! Starting Pay $22 /hour is a full-time role at Family First Developmental Disability Solutions in Maine, United States (on-site). Posted 2026-10-29. Salary: USD 22–25 per hour. Experience level: 0-2. No degree required.
- Job title
- DSPs Wanted - Openings for Part Time and Full Time State Wide! Starting Pay $22 /hour
- Company
- Family First Developmental Disability Solutions
- Location
- Maine, United States
- Work arrangement
- on-site
- Employment type
- full-time
- Category
- Healthcare Support
- Salary
- USD 22–25 per hour
- Experience level
- 0-2
- Degree required
- No
- Date posted
- 2026-10-29
You’ll love this opportunity if you’re looking for a role that prioritizes personal connection and offers genuine flexibility to fit your schedule. It is a fantastic way to start a career in caregiving, as they provide all the training you need and a solid hourly rate without requiring a degree.
Job description
Description
Join our dynamic team as a Direct Support Professional (DSP)where your dedication makes a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with diverse needs. Join an agency that understands what it is to BE a caregiver and truly values the effort and heart that goes into the work we do!
We offer flexible schedules, paid training, and opportunities for both full-time and part-time employment. This is your chance to grow professionally while making a positive impact every day!
Our schedules are flexible, starting pay is$22/hour, we offer paid training and mileage reimbursement as well as an hourly rate for travel between clients.
We DO NOT have overnights, double/block shifts or late-night hours. Most hours available are between 8am and 6pm, Monday through Friday with occasional weekend hours as available.
Requirements
RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility support
Assist clients with engaging with peers in the community, finding interests and hobbies, forming natural relationships and supports while gaining confidence and independence within their local communities
Follow carefully constructed care plans, actively work on identified goals and engage with the client's care team and natural supports.
Document all activities, progress on goals, level of support needed, and other relevant information each shift on our EVV app - Wellsky Personal Care
Maintain a clean and safe environment by following infection control procedures and assisting with light housekeeping tasks
Attend and participate in all assigned supervisions and trainings as requested by your supervisor
Be ready to engage with clients, be creative, have fun and enjoy making memories and having new experiences
Having a passion or love of teaching and learning or showing others how to do something is helpful
Transporting clients in your own vehicle is required- mileage reimbursement is offered.
Requirements
1 year or more experience as a DSP is preferred- No Experience? Driven to Learn? That's ok- training is provided and paid.
Ability to stand for long periods of time, lift up to 50 lbs,
Be able to walk, hike, swim- love of the outdoors
Certification in CPR and First Aid is required or obtainable during paid training
Strong communication skills- ability to speak and write fluently in English
Must excel at communicating over text, email and phone and be capable of responding to communication in a timely manner
own and use a smart phone
have access to reliable Internet
comfortable using technology and documentation apps
be dependable, punctual and consistent
Valid Maine Driver's License
Own a Vehicle that is inspected and insured
Pass driving, criminal and DHHS background checks
Provide 3 professional references
Join us today to be part of a caring team dedicated to enriching lives through compassionate support! We value your skills and commitment—apply now to start making a difference!
Training is provided and paid at an hourly rate! So you can "earn while you learn" before starting your career.
As an agency we recognize and respect that travel is expensive and make every effort to make meetings and trainings as available online or over zoom as possible.
Most staff who want full time hours work as both a DSP and BHP to be able to make the most of their working day. This is an option we encourage applicants to ask about and explore if interested.
Please reach out to Jodie@familyfirstdevelopment.com or call/text (207) 830-2823 if you have more questions.