Direct Support Professional In-Home P/T Opportunities, Benhaven IFS

About the role

Benhaven is looking for Direct Support Professionals to work for our Individual & Family Supports, assisting individuals with autism in their homes and the community. We are seeking enthusiastic and energetic applicants to provide support to our individuals.

Schedule

• Hamden Part-time (14 hours): Saturday 8:30 am–4:30 pm & Sunday 9:00 am–3:00 pm
• Wallingford (12 hours): Friday 4:00–8:00 pm, Saturday & Sunday 12:00–4:00 pm

Responsibilities

• Work with individuals on the Autism Spectrum and possibly their families
• Encourage building skills for independence
• Encourage and assist in increasing socialization
• Encourage and assist individuals with the pursuit of vocational opportunities
• Assist and provide opportunities for individuals to participate in recreational activities

Requirements

• Must have experience working with individuals with autism
• Must be able to pass a variety of background checks
• Must have a Connecticut driver’s license
• Applicant must have a registered and insured vehicle that can pass a safety inspection
• Will train in PMT (Physical Management Training) and CPR, if not already certified

Benefits

• EAP (Employee Assistance Program & Talkspace Go)
• Employee Discounts (Tickets-At-Work, Verizon, Alliance college discounts, etc.)
• Employee Referral Program
• Mutual of America 403b & 401a