Direct Support Professional — Hybrid Caregiver (FT)

Continuum of Care; Middletown (CT); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Wages

401(k) with company match up to 3.5%

Medical, Dental and Vision

FSA and Dependent Care Accounts

Company Sponsored Employee Assistance;

Company Sponsored Life, AD&D and LTD

Colonial Supplemental Insurance

Vacation, PTO & Sick time for eligible

Job summary

Continuum of Care in Middletown, CT is seeking a Direct Support Professional for a full-time, hybrid position. You will provide hands-on care to individuals with intellectual disabilities, assist with daily living activities, and support attendance at medical and community appointments.

Responsibilities include following individual plans, documenting data in Therap, and collaborating with community providers to ensure quality care while maintaining dignity and respect for each person.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s preferred; HS diploma with relevant experience acceptable.
• Valid Connecticut driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Direct Support Professional certification preferred.
• CPR & First Aid, PMT certifications required per DDS and CoC.
• Computer skills to navigate electronic records, email and documentation.
• Evenings, weekends and overnight availability.

Responsibilities

• Establishes rapport and positive working relationships with individuals while maintaining professional standards.
• Provides hands-on support for activities of daily living and personal care.
• Delivers services per individual plan and behavioral programming where applicable.
• Encourages social involvement and safe community participation.
• Staff meetings participation and data input in Therap or similar system.
• Tracks and reports daily data for IP teaching, ADL and medical needs.
• Arranges transportation to appointments and supports community resources.

Skills

Evening shifts

Weekend availability

Overnight availability

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree

High School Diploma or equivalent

Direct Support Professional certification

CPR & First Aid certification

PMT certification

Tools

Therap electronic system

Job description

Continuum of Care in Middletown, CT is seeking a Direct Support Professional for a full-time, hybrid position. You will provide hands-on care to individuals with intellectual disabilities, assist with daily living activities, and support attendance at medical and community appointments.

Responsibilities include following individual plans, documenting data in Therap, and collaborating with community providers to ensure quality care while maintaining dignity and respect for each person.