Direct Support Professional - Day Program (DSO) - FT

Bristol Adult Resource Center, Inc.; Bristol (CT); On-site; USD 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Affordable benefits

401K and Roth plans

Employee Assistance Program

Growth opportunities

Sign on Bonus

Paid training

Staff recognition

Job summary

Bristol Adult Resource Center, Inc. is hiring a Direct Support Professional (DSP) for our Day Program in Bristol, CT. Monday through Friday, 8:30am–4:00pm, 37.5 hours per week, with paid training and certifications provided.

You will support individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, assist with daily activities, transportation, and community participation, while ensuring safety and dignity. Experience not required—training will be provided to the right candidates.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least age 18.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record and reliable transportation.
• Ability to obtain Public Passenger Endorsement (PPE) license.

Responsibilities

• Provide opportunities for learning new skills and independence by working on individuals’ goals and plans.
• Transport individual to and from programs and activities.
• Administer medications and treatments meeting all guidelines and accurate documentation.
• Provide safe and nurturing environment where Individuals are treated with dignity, respect, can exercise their rights and responsibilities and are protected from abuse or neglect.
• Electronically record daily activities maintaining confidentiality and complying with all policies and procedures to protect the identity, medical, HIPPA information.
• Obtain and maintain all required certifications and trainings (in person and online).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

Monday - Friday 8:30am - 4:00pm - 37.5 hours

BARC is currently seeking professional, caring, and motivated Direct Support Professional (DSP) to assist individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities in our Day Program. In this position, expect to make an impactful and meaningful difference in someone else’s life every day.

Services include but are not limited to assisting individuals, promoting personal growth and reaching their goals daily activities, by providing personal care, and attending community and social activities. Applicants with no experience or seeking a career change are encouraged to apply – we will train the right candidates.

Job Type

Full-time

Requirements

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least age 18.
• Valid driver’s license, clean driving record and reliable transportation.
• Ability to obtain Public Passenger Endorsement (PPE) license.

Benefits

• Paid time off (with increases over years of service).
• Affordable benefits: medical, dental, vision and more.
• 401K and Roth retirement plans with matching.
• Employee Assistance Program, including mental health, financial, personal growth resources and more.
• Opportunities for growth.
• Sign on Bonus and Referral Programs.
• Paid training and education including required CPR, PMT and Medication Certification.
• Staff recognition and appreciation.

Responsibilities

• Provide opportunities for learning new skills and independence by working on individuals’ goals and plans.
• Transport individual to and from programs and activities.
• Administer medications and treatments meeting all guidelines and accurate documentation.
• Provide safe and nurturing environment where Individuals are treated with dignity, respect, can exercise their rights and responsibilities and are protected from abuse or neglect.
• Electronically record daily activities maintaining confidentiality and complying with all policies and procedures to protect the identity, medical, HIPPA information.
• Obtain and maintain all required certifications and trainings (in person and online).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Efforts

• May include extended periods of standing, sitting, walking with occasional periods of stooping, crouching, kneeling.
• Positions may require the ability to independently lift at least 25 pounds, push/pull varying weight (wheelchairs) or have to safely transfer ~35 pounds.