Direct Support Specialist — Empower Daily Living & Care

Journey Found; Groton (CT); Presencial; USD 24.000 - 34.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

AD&D

403(b) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Descripción de la vacante

Journey Found, Inc. seeks a Direct Support Specialist in Groton, CT to assist individuals in group homes with daily living activities, transportation, and community outings. You will administer medications, attend doctors’ appointments, and document program data as part of a collaborative team.

The role emphasizes compassionate care, strong communication, and adherence to safety protocols. Training in PMT, CPR/FA and MAP is provided, with a comprehensive benefits package for full-time staff.

Formación

• Must have at least a High School Diploma or its equivalent.
• Must have at least 3 years driving experience with a valid driver’s license.
• Behavioral Management Experience and/or formal training.
• Ability to communicate, both orally and in writing.
• PMT, CPR, FA and complete DDS Medication Administration Program (MAP).
• Must be free from communicable disease.

Responsabilidades

• Supporting individuals with activities of daily living (getting dressed, cooking, cleaning, bathing, toileting etc.).
• Transporting people
• Organizing activities and community outings
• Medication administration
• Doctors’ appointments
• Documenting Program Data
• Teaching and engaging
• Implementing good routines
• Helping in decision making process
• Grocery shopping and running errands
• Deescalating situations and managing behaviors
• Working as part of a collective team
• Communicating professionally with Nurses, Clinical Staff, Directors and Supervisors

Conocimientos

Driving experience

Communication

Behavioral management

Educación

High School Diploma

Descripción del empleo

Journey Found, Inc. seeks a Direct Support Specialist in Groton, CT to assist individuals in group homes with daily living activities, transportation, and community outings. You will administer medications, attend doctors’ appointments, and document program data as part of a collaborative team.

The role emphasizes compassionate care, strong communication, and adherence to safety protocols. Training in PMT, CPR/FA and MAP is provided, with a comprehensive benefits package for full-time staff.