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Direct Support Professional I - PT 24hrs - Sun, Mon, Sat - 7a-3p - MarionContinuum of Care Inc • Plantsville, CT, United States
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Direct Support Professional I - PT 24hrs - Sun, Mon, Sat - 7a-3p - Marion

Direct Support Professional I - PT 24hrs - Sun, Mon, Sat - 7a-3p - Marion

Continuum of Care Inc • Plantsville, CT, United States
30+ days ago
Salary
$19.39 hourly
Job type
  • Part-time
Job description

Direct Support Professional I - PT 24hrs - Sun, Mon, Sat - 7a-3p - Marion

Scope of Service: The Direct Support Professional is responsible for a variety of duties related to the overall care of individuals with Intellectual Disabilities, enabling each person to live a valued and meaningful life. Support and care shall be delivered in the most respectful and dignified manner. The DSP assists each individual to live in a home of their own, develop and support reciprocal relationships, and become part of their community. The DSP supports individuals to learn and enhance activities of daily living, fosters involvement in social and community activities and supports personal care needs as required. Performs other duties as assigned.

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.
  • Encourages the use of natural supports and fosters involvement in social and community activities while maintaining personal safety.
  • Provides supportive companionship and problem-solving-oriented discussions.
  • 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 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 Include:

  • 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 FT 40 & PT (20-39 hour) Employees.
  • Connecticut Paid Sick Time for all employees up to 40 hours a year.
  • 12 Company Holidays Paid at Double Time (hourly employees)

Plantsville, CT Onsite Part Time $19.39 per hour

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