DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL - PT/16hrs.

IMPACT, Inc. (formerly MARC Community Resources); Glastonbury (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Competitive salaries

Generous benefits package

Job summary

A community support organization in Glastonbury is seeking a Direct Support Professional responsible for the well-being and development of individuals supported. The ideal candidate will have a High School diploma, a valid CT Driver's License, and essential physical skills. Responsibilities include promoting inclusion, care planning, and collaborating with staff. IMPACT offers flexible schedules, competitive salaries, health, dental, and retirement benefits. Training is provided for motivated candidates.

Qualifications

• Must possess essential physical skills to run, lift, and implement interventions.
• Have or be able to obtain CPR/First Aid, PMT, and DDS Medication Administration Certification.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of job experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow agency policies to promote inclusion and emotional growth.
• Ensure the health and development of individuals and collaborate with staff.
• Create and update Positive Behavior Support Plans and ISP goals.

Skills

Valid CT Driver's License

CPR/First Aid certification

Physical strength

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate or bachelor’s degree in psychology, human services, or related field

Job description

Overview

The Direct Support Professional will follow agency policies and participate in related goals and plans, which promote inclusion as well as social and emotional growth for the individuals we support. The DSP is responsible for the health, well-being, and development of individuals we serve and works in conjunction with other staff members to provide the best possible care for all individuals. The DSP will actively be involved in the creation, implementation, and updating of Positive Behavior Support Plans and ISP goals. The DSP also supports the IMPACT mission, vision, and guiding principles.

Responsibilities

• Follow agency policies and participate in related goals and plans to promote inclusion and social and emotional growth for the individuals we support.
• Ensure the health, well-being, and development of individuals served and collaborate with other staff to provide quality care.
• Create, implement, and update Positive Behavior Support Plans and ISP goals as part of care planning.
• Support the IMPACT mission, vision, and guiding principles.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid CT Driver's License and a reliable vehicle with current CT registration and insurance.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Have or be able to obtain CPR/First Aid, PMT, and DDS Medication Administration Certification.
• Essential physical skills to run, squat, stoop/bend, kneel, climb stairs, lift at least 50 pounds (or ¼ of own body weight), push/pull against resistance, and to implement non-physical and physical intervention and CPR with individuals supported when needed.

Minimum Education and Experience

• Minimum of a High School Diploma/GED. Associate or bachelor’s degree in psychology, human services, or related field preferred.
• At least 3-5 years of job experience preferred, but training will be provided for motivated candidates.

Benefits and Schedule

IMPACT offers flexible schedules, competitive salaries, and a generous benefits package – health, dental, pension, paid time off, and other benefits - to eligible employees. A comprehensive training program is provided to give new employees an introduction to the job and field, as well as a clear understanding of the high standards expected of employees at IMPACT.

Schedule: Friday - Saturday, 3:00 pm - 11:00 pm (16 hrs.).

Equal Opportunity

IMPACT IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION - EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER