Behavioral Direct Support Professional

Job Summary

Community Bridges is growing and we want you to join our team! We are seeking a 1 part-time Day Program Direct Support Professional in Loudon, NH.

About the Role

Community Bridges is a non-profit agency founded in 1982 dedicated to advancing the integration, growth, and interdependence of people with developmental disabilities within their communities. We work to identify barriers of access and find creative solutions to foster meaningful community engagement.

Responsibilities

- Assist individuals with planned activities and community involvement. - Develop a relationship map to gather information about the individual in order to establish social inclusion opportunities. - Assist individuals in developing a network of people in their lives. - Provide individualized type and level of support to include, but not be limited to, personal care and/or skill acquisition. - Assist individuals in establishing, maintaining, and presenting a positive image. - Maintain a calm demeanor and respond quickly and appropriately to aggressive or verbal outbursts. - Assist in developing and individualizing the yearly Person Centered Planning. - Complete documentation requirements as specified by the Individual Service Plan. - Assist in the orientation/training of new staff. - Distribute medication in accordance with He-m1201 as applicable. - Report any safety, health or human rights concern immediately to the Supervisor. - Understand and ensure compliance with applicable state regulations.

Requirements

- Education: High School Diploma or GED required. - Experience: Experience in the human service or related field with persons experiencing disabilities desirable. - Transportation: Reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and proof of automobile insurance.

Benefits

- $1000 sign-on bonus for this position - $500 at the time of hire and $500 after 6 months in the role. - Paid Time Off: 22 days per year, increasing over time. - Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision, 403b with 1% company match, Excellent Paid Time Off, Life Insurance, Employer-paid Short Term Disability, and Employer paid Life Insurance. - Mileage Reimbursement: Approved mileage driven on the clock. - Paid Training: As an employee, you are paid your usual rate of pay while attending training!

Locations

Community Bridges Supports: Allenstown, Andover, Boscawen, Bow, Bradford, Canterbury, Chichester, Concord, Danbury, Deering, Dunbarton, Epsom, Franklin, Henniker, Hill, Hillsborough, Hopkinton, Loudon, Newbury, New London, Northfield, Pembroke, Pittsfield, Salisbury, Sutton, Warner, Weare, Webster, Wilmot, Windsor. Main Headquarters location: Concord, NH