Direct Support Professional - PT

The-Arc-Eastern-Connecticut; Norwich (CT); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Job summary

The Arc Eastern Connecticut is seeking a Direct Support Professional (PT) in Norwich/Montville, CT. This part-time role supports individuals to achieve independence, including daily living activities, transportation, and community participation.

Responsibilities include personal care, meals, and promoting rights and dignity. A valid driver's license is required and English language proficiency is expected. Competitive benefits are offered.

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.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Applicants must possess basic computer aptitude and be able to speak/write in English.

Responsibilities

• Daily activities such as meal preparation and planning.
• Personal care.
• Facilitating community involvement by accompanying individuals on outings in the community.
• Providing transportation to recreational and community activities.
• Supporting therapeutic and behavioral plans.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Direct Support Professional - PT

Part-time Regular Norwich, CT, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1993

Description: Our In-Home Support Specialists are committed to facilitate, model, and build skills that will lead to the optimal independence of the people we support.

Schedule:

TBD - flexible afternoon/weekends

Work Location:

Montville, CT

Essential Functions:

• Daily activities such as meal preparation and planning
• Personal care
• Facilitating community involvement by accompanying individuals on outings in the community
• Providing transportation to recreational and community activities
• Supporting therapeutic and behavioral plans

Expectations:

• Demonstrates a positive work ethic.
• Can work with limited supervision.
• Advocates for and protects participants’ rights in accordance with Arc policies and procedures.
• Treats all individuals in an age-appropriate manner, with respect and dignity, and to encourage opportunities that promote choice.
• Maintains a mature and positive attitude when dealing with program participants, staff, families, the public and outside representatives.
• Works with a spirit of cooperation with all departments.
• Carries out all job responsibilities in a professional manner.
• Attends all agency staff meetings and training sessions.
• Maintains attendance. Adheres to policies on attendance, days of absence, and illness.
• Keeps supervisor informed of any significant events or the need to modify any area of the operation/activity.
• Serves as a positive and appropriate role model for program participants.
• Provides advocacy for participants based on their personal choice and their individual plan.
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with participants, their families, and providers.
• Responds to need of participants, families, and providers in a timely and professional manner.
• Possesses a valid driver’s license, privately owned vehicle, and evidence of insurance.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Prior experience working with people who have developmental and physical disabilities preferred.
• Must have the ability to mentor and assist people in all areas of life skills including recreation, independence, communication, and health
• Valid driver’s license required.
• High School Diploma or GED
• Applicants must possess basic computer aptitude and be able to speak/write in English.

Highlights:

• Appreciate paid training while you get state certified .
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Eleven recognized holidays off and paid each year.
• Earn paid vacation and paid sick leave.
• We can start you working and earning towards your employment goal.

Employees will be submitted for company-sponsored training upon hire. We offer a supportive company culture, company paid training, and career advancement opportunities.

The Arc is an Equal Opportunity Employer