Compassionate Community Support Specialist

Sunrise Community; New London (CT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Sunrise Community is hiring for a Direct Support position in a Connecticut location. The role focuses on providing support, supervision, and day-to-day assistance to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, enabling them to live valued lives in the community.

Responsibilities include implementing and documenting training plans, ensuring health and safety, and promoting independence. Requires a valid driver’s license, background/drug screening, and a high school diploma with

Qualifications

• Background check and drug screenings required.
• Driver's license with endorsements and minimum 3 years driving experience.
• Basic computer skills required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in human service field if required by work location.

Responsibilities

• Identifies and reports any suspected abuse or violations of an individual's rights.
• Provides support, assistance and supervision to meet the needs and goals of the individuals according to their plans.
• Ensures that each individual's training, behavior and support programs are being implemented and documented in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Ensures that the health, safety and well-being of the individuals are protected at all times.
• Provides a positive, reinforcing environment that promotes independence and choice.
• Follows positioning schedules, uses proper equipment and assistive devices per plan.
• Provides necessary level of assistance for appropriate diet, texture and equipment.
• Ensures all homes, outside areas and vehicles are well maintained and organized.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Valid Driver's License with 3 years of

Background check and drug screen

Experience in human service field

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Sunrise Community is hiring for a Direct Support position in a Connecticut location. The role focuses on providing support, supervision, and day-to-day assistance to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, enabling them to live valued lives in the community.

Responsibilities include implementing and documenting training plans, ensuring health and safety, and promoting independence. Requires a valid driver’s license, background/drug screening, and a high school diploma with