Direct Support Professionals I - FT 40hrs - Fri-Tues - 2:30pm-10:30pm - Thomas
Continuum of Care · Norwich, CT · 1 wk ago
On-siteHealthcare$20.39/hrInternship
Essential Job Functions
- Establishes rapport and positive working relationships with individuals while maintaining professional ethical standards and boundaries.
- Demonstrates sensitivity and commitment to individuals treating each person with respect and dignity.
- Provides face-to-face hands-on support enabling individuals to maintain living in their apartment/home, including activities of daily living, personal care, and other activities which promote healthy living.
- Delivers services in accordance with individual plan (IP) and positive behavioral programming, as applicable.
- Fosters involvement in social and community activities while maintaining personal safety.
- Supports individuals to engage in routine medical, psychological, dental appointments, personal business, and other appointments as identified.
- Provides individuals access to community resources through transportation.
- Provides input in Individual Plan development supporting individuals to achieve aspirations and goals.
- Works with community providers for quality care of individuals.
- Responsible for assigned data input with Therap or designated electronic systems.
- Tracks and reports daily data for identified IP teaching, ADL strategies, behavioral, and medical needs.
- Attends and participates in staff and other designated meetings.
- Completes other client care tasks as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Associates degree preferred.
- High School Diploma or equivalent considered with relevant experience in a related human service field.
- Valid Connecticut Driver’s license with clean driving record is required.
- Certification as a Direct Support Professional preferred.
- Completion of certifications of CPR & First Aid, PMT, and all others required through DDS and CoC.
- Computer skills required to navigate agency electronic record, access email, and complete documentation.
- Available to work evenings, weekends, and overnights as required.
Company Benefits
- Competitive Wages
- 401(k) with company match up to 3.5%
- Medical, Dental and Vision FSA and Dependent Care Accounts
- Company Sponsored Employee Assistance Program
- Company Sponsored Life, AD&D and LTD
- Colonial Supplemental Insurance
- Vacation, PTO & Sick time for eligible full-time 40 & part-time (2039 hour) employees.
- Connecticut Paid Sick Time for all employees up to 40 hours a year.
- 12 Company Holidays Paid at Double Time (hourly employees)