Success Stories
Hear about the rewards and realities of Direct Support work from people who are working in the field. It’s a job like no other. Take their word for it.
Marissa, Mobile Crisis Worker
Offering connection and support in times of Crisis.
“Being able to be there with people when they’re going through a hard time, that’s really powerful.”
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Melanie, Residential Crisis Worker
Helping Mainers get the support they need.
“It’s so rewarding to see that look on somebody’s face when you tell them, ‘You’re not alone anymore’.”
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Katie, Crisis Counselor
Leave a lasting positive impact on people’s lives
“I love to help people. This is my passion, this is my calling, this is exactly where I need to be.”
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Danielle, Peer Recovery Coach and Certified Intentional Peer Support Specialist
Finding meaningful work supporting others in recovery
“I’m just there to hear and listen and express that I’ve been there; I’ve been in their shoes.”
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Amy, Direct Support Worker
Discover a rewarding job opportunity close to home
“My clients have definitely given so much to my life. It has made my heart bigger than it ever could be.”
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Rachel, Personal Support Specialist
Providing the support that allows Mainers to age in peace
“After a good day at work, I feel accomplished. I like helping people. I like being able to go into homes and help someone stay in their home.”
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Success Juwah, Direct Support Professional
Give back to your community through a job in Direct Support
“This job is all about giving back to society. It’s an avenue for you to show love to people.”
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MacKenzie, Recovery Coach and Peer Support Specialist
Love the work you do
“I go to work every day, and I love my job.”
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Lonny, Recovery Coach
Take your success in recovery, and help others realize it’s possible too
“It’s just a beautiful, beautiful gift. Sobriety and helping people is the biggest gift I’ve ever experienced in my life.”
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Sara, Peer Support Specialist
Using lived experience, help someone make a recovery journey of their own
“I got to a point where I wanted to do more, and I felt like it was important for my own recovery to do more.”
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Ryan, Recovery Coach
Find a life-changing career in recovery coaching
“It helps me just as much as—if not sometimes more than—the people who are reaching out to me.”
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Melissa, Penobscot County
Empowering Mainers to become more independent and connected to the community
“Celebrate the small successes they have along the way, and give them hope.”
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Shelby, Aroostook County
Rewards that last long after the end of the workday
“People need to understand that the rewards are very personal. The connections that you build, the successes that you witness, are the reward.”
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Carmen, Lincoln County
Find your encore career supporting Mainers with disabilities
“For older people, it’s a perfect part-time job, especially if you’re ready to retire but still want something meaningful to do.”
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Arnold, Aroostook County
You’re never too old to try something new
“If you have life experience and all kinds of work experience in different jobs, you can take that and use it to help someone else.”
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Hattie, Kennebec County
Finding a job that feels like a calling
“There really isn’t any better job than being able to help someone.”
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Discovering the perfect working retirement, with rewarding work on a flexible schedule.
Direct Support Helped Our Mom Live Independently and Safely at Home
It’s an opportunity for lifelong learning.
You can make a difference.
It’s rewarding.
Use your experience to help others.
This was the best career change.
Help people live their best lives.
You can jump right in.
A passion to give back.
It’s a career in kindness.
