Direct Support Professional - RISE Day Program - Mon - Fri 8:45am - 3:15pm

Bristol Adult Resource Center, Inc.; Bristol (CT); Sur place; USD 17 000 - 25 000; Temps partiel

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Paid time off (with increases over the

Affordable benefits: medical, dental,

401K and Roth retirement plans with

Employee Assistance Program

Opportunities for growth

Paid training and education including

Staff recognition and appreciation

Résumé du poste

Bristol Adult Resource Center, Inc. is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to assist adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in our RISE Day Program. This part-time role focuses on personal care, community participation, and growth opportunities, with paid training including CPR/PMT and Medication Certification.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, are at least 18, and hold a valid driver’s license. We offer comprehensive benefits and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Must have a High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record and reliable transportation.
• Medication Certification required and maintained.

Responsabilités

• Provide learning opportunities and support for individuals to achieve personal goals.
• Transport individuals to and from programs and activities.
• Administer medications and treatments following guidelines and maintain accurate documentation.
• Provide a safe, respectful environment where individuals are treated with dignity and rights are upheld.
• Record daily activities electronically and protect confidentiality.

Connaissances

Empathy

Communication

Basic caregiving

Reliability

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Medication Certification

Description du poste

Description

Monday - Friday 8:45am - 3:15pm - 32.5 hours

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.

BARC is currently seeking professional, caring, and motivated Direct Support Professional (DSP) to assist individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities in our RISE (Respect, Inclusion, Support, Empowerment) 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.

Job Type

Part-time

Requirements

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.


• At least age 18.


• Valid driver’s license, clean driving record and reliable transportation.


• Obtain and Maintain Medication Certification required.

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.