In-Home Support Specialist - PT - Female Only!

About the role

Our In-Home Support Specialists are committed to facilitating, modeling, and building skills that will lead to the optimal independence of the people we support.

Schedule

Sat 8am-4pm; 4pm-10pm

Work Location

New London, CT

Essential Functions

• Daily activities such as meal preparation and planning
• Personal care
• Facilitating community involvement by accompanying individuals on outings in the community
• Providing transportation to recreational and community activities
• Supporting therapeutic and behavioral plans

Expectations

• Demonstrates a positive work ethic
• Can work with limited supervision
• Advocates for and protects participants’ rights in accordance with Arc policies and procedures
• Treats all individuals in an age-appropriate manner, with respect and dignity, and to encourage opportunities that promote choice
• Maintains a mature and positive attitude when dealing with program participants, staff, families, the public and outside representatives
• Works with a spirit of cooperation with all departments
• Carrries out all job responsibilities in a professional manner
• Attends all agency staff meetings and training sessions
• Maintains attendance. Adheres to policies on attendance, days of absence, and illness
• Keeps supervisor informed of any significant events or the need to modify any area of the operation/activity
• Serves as a positive and appropriate role model for program participants
• Provides advocacy for participants based on their personal choice and their individual plan
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with participants, their families, and providers
• Responds to need of participants, families, and providers in a timely and professional manner

Minimum Qualifications

• Prior experience working with people who have developmental and physical disabilities preferred
• Must have the ability to mentor and assist people in all areas of life skills including recreation, independence, communication, and health
• Valid driver’s license required
• High School Diploma or GED
• Applicants must possess basic computer aptitude and be able to speak/write in English

Highlights

• Appreciate paid training while you get state certified
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Eleven recognized holidays off and paid each year
• Earn paid vacation and paid sick leave
• We can start you working and earning towards your employment goal

Opportunities for advancement are offered

The Arc Eastern Connecticut is an Equal Opportunity Employer.