Day Programs Direct Support Pro: Empower Independence

The Arc Eastern Connecticut; New London (CT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Job summary

The Arc Eastern Connecticut is seeking a Direct Support Professional to work Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 3:30 pm, in Groton, CT. You will deliver training and assistance to participants to promote independence and community inclusion.

Responsibilities include implementing individualized support plans, administering medications as ordered, and maintaining health and safety standards. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, and basic computer skills.

Qualifications

• Experience with people who have developmental and physical disabilities preferred.
• Ability to mentor in recreation, independence, communication, and health.
• Must be able to speak and write in English.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver training, support, and assistance to participants in personal care, recreation and leisure, daily living skills, social skills, health needs, personal preferences, exercising of individual rights, community integration, and behavior management.
• Participate in the design, implementation and monitoring of the participants' individualized support plan.
• Accurately administer prescribed medications to participants as ordered by physicians.
• Accurately complete required documentation including program data, incident reports, daily log, progress notes, and health records.
• Ensure participants’ health and safety, including prevention of abuse, CPR, First Aid, Heimlich maneuver, and evacuation procedures.
• Provide transportation to recreational and community activities.
• Prepare participants meals following published menus.
• Mentor and assist people in life skills including recreation, independence, communication, and health.

Skills

Life skills mentoring

English communication

Driving license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Computer aptitude

Job description

The Arc Eastern Connecticut is seeking a Direct Support Professional to work Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 3:30 pm, in Groton, CT. You will deliver training and assistance to participants to promote independence and community inclusion.

Responsibilities include implementing individualized support plans, administering medications as ordered, and maintaining health and safety standards. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, and basic computer skills.