Day Programs Independence Skills Coach

The Arc Eastern Connecticut; Norwich (CT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; 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 in Norwich, CT is seeking a Direct Support Professional to empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through training, daily living support, and community participation. The role involves implementing personalized plans and promoting independence.

You will assist with health needs, documentation, transportation, meals, and safety procedures, including CPR and First Aid.

Qualifications

• Prior experience working with people who have developmental and physical disabilities preferred.
• Must be able to mentor and assist people in all areas of life skills including recreation, independence, communication, and health.

Responsibilities

• Deliver training, support, and assistance in personal care, recreation, daily living, social skills, health needs, and behavior management.
• Participate in design, implementation and monitoring of individualized support plans.
• Administer prescribed medications as ordered by physicians.
• Complete required documentation (program data, incident reports, daily log, progress notes, health records).
• Ensure participants health and safety, including CPR, First Aid, Heimlich maneuver; evacuate in emergencies.
• Provide transportation to recreational and community activities.
• Prepare participants meals following published menus.
• Mentor and assist participants in life skills including recreation, independence, communication, and health.

Skills

Disabilities experience

Mentoring / training

English communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Basic computer aptitude

Job description

The Arc Eastern Connecticut in Norwich, CT is seeking a Direct Support Professional to empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through training, daily living support, and community participation. The role involves implementing personalized plans and promoting independence.

You will assist with health needs, documentation, transportation, meals, and safety procedures, including CPR and First Aid.