Bradford Area
Penquis, a social services agency serving Penobscot, Piscataquis and Knox counties for over 50 years, is currently seeking candidates for a part-time (benefit eligible) BHP to support two clients in the Bradford, Maine. This position is Monday through Friday from 1:00pm to 7:00pm.
As a BHP, you will work one on one with children and youth up to age 20 with developmental disabilities or skill deficits, in both their home and community environments. BHPs assist clients with increasing their communication skills, social skills and daily living skills by implementing specific treatment goals.
The minimum qualifications are, HS Diploma or equivalent, driver’s license in good standing and reliable insured transportation. Must have good communication skills, a desire to make a difference and enjoy working with children and youth up to age 20 and the ability to function independently while performing job responsibilities.
Penquis provides paid training for all required certifications as well as on the job training and support. The starting rate of pay for BHP is $15.55 per hour.
Upon hire and periodically thereafter, must comply with Penquis background check requirements with satisfactory results as outlined in current contract provisions.
For more information or to apply online at Penquis Employment or contact us at 973-3500 (TDD: 973-3520) or by email at employment@penquis.org to request an application and job description. Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
Penquis complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations concerning employees, including those pertaining to mandatory COVID-19 vaccination. This includes rules associated with the State of Maine healthcare mandate, anticipated OSHA standards and emergency temporary standards mandating employee COVID-19 vaccination, as well as U.S. DHHS rules requiring vaccinations within our Head Start programs.
In accordance with federal regulations, Penquis does not discriminate. Reasonable accommodation will be made for otherwise qualified persons with disabilities. Penquis is a tobacco and smoke-free workplace.
