Compassionate Direct Support Specialist

Journey Found, Inc.; Broad Brook (CT); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

AD&D insurance

403(b) plan

Flexible spending accounts

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Journey Found Inc. is seeking a Direct Support Specialist to assist individuals in our group homes in Broad Brook, CT. The role involves helping with daily living activities, transportation, and coordinating community outings.

The position may include medication administration and attendance at medical appointments, with training provided. A strong emphasis on compassionate, professional care and teamwork is required.

Qualifications

• Must have at least a High School Diploma or its equivalent.
• Must have at least 3 years driving experience with a valid driver’s license.
• Behavioral Management Experience and/or formal training.
• Ability to communicate, both orally and in writing.
• PMT, CPR, FA and complete DDS Medication Administration Program (MAP).
• Must be free from communicable disease.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with activities of daily living (dressing, cooking, cleaning, bathing, toileting).
• Transport individuals to activities and appointments.
• Organize activities and community outings.
• Administer medications as directed.
• Attend doctors’ appointments with individuals.
• Document program data accurately.
• Provide teaching and engagement to individuals.
• Implement consistent routines and structure.
• Assist in decision making processes.
• Run errands including grocery shopping.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Behavioral management

Medication administration

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

3 years driving experience with valid license

Job description

Journey Found Inc. is seeking a Direct Support Specialist to assist individuals in our group homes in Broad Brook, CT. The role involves helping with daily living activities, transportation, and coordinating community outings.

The position may include medication administration and attendance at medical appointments, with training provided. A strong emphasis on compassionate, professional care and teamwork is required.