We have openings in the following towns:

• Chelsea, Maine
• Freeport, Maine
• Windham, Maine
• South Portland, Maine
• Portland, Maine
• Gorham, Maine
• Winthrop, Maine
• Oakland, Maine
• Brunswick, Maine

Would you like to make a positive difference? Would you like great benefits working for a community-leading organization? Then join our team!

We’re looking for caring people to help the people who live in our residential homes. Direct Support Professionals care for people with disabilities. This could include helping cook meals and household upkeep, helping participants with personal hygiene and interpersonal skills, and transporting them to community events.

NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED - we provide PAID training!

Direct Support Professionals do not require special training before they’re hired, Goodwill will provide certification training upon hire. There are several levels of this position, which means there is room for growth within Goodwill.

Supports service recipients associated with Goodwill’s Residential and Community Support programs.

Serves as a model and provides hands-on support and direct teaching in interpersonal skills, financial management skills, personal care and hygiene, activities of daily living, and access to community services and leisure opportunities.

Moderates verbal or emotional incidents through intervention techniques that preserve the dignity and safety of the service recipient(s).

Completes all required documentation following program standards.

Requirements

Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.

Reliable transportation and automobile insurance that meets minimum state requirements.

Demonstrated ability and willingness to complete required certifications on time.

Criminal background checks to meet agency requirements.

High school diploma/GED.

The ability to stand or sit for long periods of time. Perform range of motion tasks that include but are not limited to; reaching, bending, stretching, and stooping.

Ability to lift fifty (50) pounds and push 175 pounds.

COVID 19 Vaccination

Preferred Qualifications

Direct Support Professional Certification (I.e., College of Direct Support or former live class).

Current CRMA, CRMA 40 preferred.

Experience supporting individuals with disabilities.

Mental Health Experience (when applicable).

How to attend

Please follow the signs when entering the campus.

Check-In is under the tent near the front entrance of the Gorham Operations office.

What to prepare

• personal ID
• Job history information (Resume if you have one)

Preferred dress code

Casual (come as you are, but please be presentable)

About Goodwill Industries of Northern New England

Why Work for Goodwill - Our employees are important to us and we want the best, so we take care of them and their families.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance offered
• 403(b) retirement plan with Employer Match
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Employer Paid Short & Long Term Disability
• Generous Paid Time Off Plan
• Paid Holidays
• 30% Employee discount at Goodwill stores in ME, NH & VT
• Exceptional career growth opportunities
• Discount on personal cell phone plans
• Local community discounts
• Caring coworkers/team that support you!

What is a hiring event?

Think of it like a job fair, but for one company and more personal. Hiring events are a great way for employers to fill multiple roles quickly. Hiring is a human process, and they would like to meet you to see if you’re a fit!