Direct Support Professional — Weekend Caregiver

March-Inc; Manchester (CT); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

March-Inc in Manchester, CT seeks a Direct Support Professional to provide individualized support to individuals with intellectual disabilities. The role requires teamwork, calm crisis handling, and adaptability to a busy, fast-paced environment.

The DSP will follow care plans, administer medications, assist with daily activities, document care and progress, and coordinate with families and professionals. A valid driver's license and high school diploma are required, with at least one year of

Qualifications

• Strong customer service orientation.
• Experience working with people who are intellectually/developmentally disabled preferred.
• Understanding of basic concepts of personal care, housekeeping and other care areas.
• Intermediate technology and computer ability.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily instruction and assistance in accordance with each person’s individual need.
• Meal planning and preparation/menus and dietary guidelines followed.
• Leisure time planning and development of hobbies.
• Medication administration.
• Money management and making purchases of personal items.
• Transportation.
• Home maintenance.
• Personal hygiene.
• Personal appointments, medical appointments, and social commitments.
• Complete all necessary documentation while on shift to include, but not limited to behavior plans, individual’s goals, financial records, communication log, nursing log, incident reports and medication Kardex.
• Maintain records of supported individual(s) care, conditions, progress, or problems to report and discuss observations with manager/supervisor and clinical.
• Provide necessary support/ treatment and documentation for unusual incidents.
• Ensure confidentiality of individuals supported and the agency.
• Maintain positive and diplomatic relationships with families, advocates and friends of the individuals supported by the agency.
• Accompany supported individual(s) to doctors’ offices and/or on other trips outside the home, providing transportation, assistance, and companionship.
• Responsibly manage and record house petty cash and the funds of each supported individual according to agency policy.
• Work cooperatively and professionally with coworkers, residential support managers administrative personnel, clinical and community providers.
• Read all daily communications, keep updated on relevant issues and communicate problems/ concerns involving individuals supported in the program to the support manager.
• Throughout employment successfully meet and maintain the requirements of all certifications and training as established by regulatory bodies and the agency’s policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate knowledge of emergency procedures and respond appropriately as needed.
• Attend and participate in required staff meetings.
• Provide emergency coverage as needed.
• Perform other related duties as requested.

Skills

Customer service

ID/DD experience

Personal care basics

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Driver's license

Job description

March-Inc in Manchester, CT seeks a Direct Support Professional to provide individualized support to individuals with intellectual disabilities. The role requires teamwork, calm crisis handling, and adaptability to a busy, fast-paced environment.

The DSP will follow care plans, administer medications, assist with daily activities, document care and progress, and coordinate with families and professionals. A valid driver's license and high school diploma are required, with at least one year of