Compassionate Direct Support Specialist

Journey Found; Manchester (CT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Journey Found, Inc. in Manchester, CT is seeking a Direct Support Specialist to assist individuals in our group homes with daily living activities, transportation, and community outings.

Duties include medication administration, documenting data, and coordinating with nurses and supervisors. We provide state-of-the-art training in CPR/First Aid, HIPAA compliance, and person-centered planning, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

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.
• Ability to communicate, both orally and in writing.
• PMT, CPR, FA and complete DDS Medication Administration Program (MAP) will be required.
• Must be free from communicable disease.

Responsibilities

• Supporting individuals with activities of daily living (getting dressed, cooking, cleaning, bathing, toileting etc.).
• Transporting people.
• Organizing activities and community outings.
• Medication administration.
• Doctors’ appointments.
• Documenting Program Data.
• Teaching and engaging.
• Implementing good routines.
• Helping in decision making process.
• Grocery shopping and running errands.
• Deescalating situations and managing behaviors.
• Working as part of a collective team.
• Communicating professionally with Nurses, Clinical Staff, Directors and Supervisors.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Journey Found, Inc. in Manchester, CT is seeking a Direct Support Specialist to assist individuals in our group homes with daily living activities, transportation, and community outings.

Duties include medication administration, documenting data, and coordinating with nurses and supervisors. We provide state-of-the-art training in CPR/First Aid, HIPAA compliance, and person-centered planning, along with a comprehensive benefits package.