Direct Support Professional — Flexible Part-Time (Nights/Weekends)

MARC, Inc. of Manchester; Manchester (CT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

MARC, Inc. of Manchester is seeking a Direct Support Professional to assist residents in group homes in Manchester, CT.

This part-time role offers flexible hours, including nights and weekends, and requires a valid CT driver’s license with a vehicle and current CT registration and insurance. Responsibilities include providing supports, helping residents with daily living activities, meals, finances, and medical needs, and coordinating with the Group Home Manager on goals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to obtain CT license, auto-registration, and vehicle insurance.
• Knowledge of proactive thinking and positive supports.

Responsibilities

• Provides both staff and natural supports to and implements services for each person served.
• Ensures each person served becomes involved in their community utilizing natural supports.
• Support each person served in taking care of their home, finances, proper nutrition, and medical needs to the best of their ability.
• Work with the Group Home Manager on goals of people served.
• Ensures residential settings according to the physical standards at all times.
• Ensures that all persons served are accorded all their rights and responsibilities and are free from abuse or neglect.
• Attends MARC trainings (CPR, First Aid, PMT, Medication Certification) within six months.
• Transports persons served in an agency or personal vehicle when necessary.

Skills

Driver's license (CT)

Empathy

Flexible hours

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

MARC, Inc. of Manchester is seeking a Direct Support Professional to assist residents in group homes in Manchester, CT.

This part-time role offers flexible hours, including nights and weekends, and requires a valid CT driver’s license with a vehicle and current CT registration and insurance. Responsibilities include providing supports, helping residents with daily living activities, meals, finances, and medical needs, and coordinating with the Group Home Manager on goals.