Direct Support Professional - Day Program - Mon. - Fri. - FT 37.5 hrs and PT30

Bristol Adult Resource Center, Inc.; Connecticut; Vor Ort; USD 21.000 - 26.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Paid time off

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

401K with matching

Training and certifications (CPR, PMT,

Employee recognition

Zusammenfassung

Bristol Adult Resource Center, Inc. in Connecticut is seeking a Direct Support Professional to assist adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in our Day Program. You’ll support personal goals, promote growth, and help participants engage in community activities.

Prior experience is not required—BARC offers training and development, a supportive team, and opportunities for career progression within a compassionate, non-profit environment.

Qualifikationen

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

Aufgaben

• 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 and 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 identity and medical information.
• Obtain and maintain all required certifications and trainings (in person and online).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Ausbildung

High school diploma or equivalent

Jobbeschreibung

Description

Monday - Friday Full Time 8:30am - 4:00pm - 37.5 hours, PT30 9:00am-3:00pm

Bristol Adult Resource Center (BARC) is a non-profit organization supporting adult individuals with intellectual & developmental disabilities by providing them with Residential, Vocational, Recreation and Day Support Services.

Position Overview

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.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least age 18.
• Valid driver’s license, clean driving record and reliable transportation.
• May require 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.
• 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.