Independent Support Service Worker

## Description

Are you looking for flexible, meaningful work where you can make a difference every day?

Catholic Charities Maine is hiring **Independent Support Services Workers** to support seniors and adults with disabilities in their homes. We are specifically looking for employees to serve consumers who reside in **Calais**.

**What You’ll Do-**

• Help clients remain independent in their homes
• Provide housekeeping, laundry, and meal preparation
• Run errands (groceries, pharmacy, appointments)
• Transport clients using your personal vehicle
• Offer companionship and support with daily tasks
• Follow care plans and complete simple online documentation

**What We’re Looking For-**

• Compassionate, dependable, and respectful individuals
• Comfortable working independently in clients’ homes
• Strong boundaries and respect for confidentiality
• Basic computer skills
• Experience is a plus, but not required—we will train the right person

• **Pay & Benefits-**
• **Starting pay:** $17.69/hour
• **All employees receive:**

• Flexible, self-directed schedule. You can build a schedule that works for you—while meeting strong community demand.
• **Part-Time 1:** Minimum of 12-19 hours/week, 6-9 consumers
• **Part-Time 2:** 20–29 hours/week
• Mileage reimbursement for consumer errands
• Earned Time
• Supportive team environment
• 20% off at Threads of Hope Thrift Stores
• 401(k) with agency contribution

You may submit your cover letter and resume (*indicating the position title*) via our website ([<www.ccmaine.org>](http://www.ccmaine.org)) or email ([[email hidden]](mailto:[email hidden])), fax (207-344-6617), or mail to Human Resources Office, Catholic Charities Maine P.O. Box 10660, Portland, ME 04104.

**Catholic Charities Maine is a United Way and EOE/Minorities/Females/Veteran/Disabled Employer.****Catholic Charities Maine participates in E-Verify. For more information on E-Verify, please go to:**[**<https://www.ccmaine.org>**](https://www.ccmaine.org/employment)

## Qualifications

**Requirements:**

• Reliable personal vehicle (required)
• Basic technology skills (required)
• Active email address
• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs., walk, climb stairs, and perform household tasks
• ***Must*** ***have your own reliable vehicle, valid driver’s license, and a clean driving record. Daily travel between client homes is required.***