Direct Support Specialist — In-Home Care & Daily Living

Journey Found; West Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

AD&D

401(k) / 403(b)

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Journey Found, Inc. in West Hartford, CT is seeking a Direct Support Specialist to assist individuals in group homes with daily living activities, transportation, and community outings.

The role includes medication administration, coordinating doctor appointments, and documenting program data, working Mon-Fri 7a-9a and Sat 1p-7p. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and state-of-the-art training in person-centered planning, CPR/first aid, human rights, HIPAA compliance and medication

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with activities of daily living (getting dressed, cooking, cleaning, bathing, toileting).
• Transporting people to activities and appointments.
• Organize activities and community outings.
• Medication administration.
• Attend doctors’ appointments and document Program Data.
• Teach and engage individuals; implement routines.
• Assist in decision making and grocery shopping.
• Deescalate situations and work as part of a team.
• Communicate professionally with Nurses, Clinical Staff, Directors and Supervisors.

Skills

Communication skills (oral & written)

CPR

First Aid

Teamwork

Driving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Journey Found, Inc. in West Hartford, CT is seeking a Direct Support Specialist to assist individuals in group homes with daily living activities, transportation, and community outings.

The role includes medication administration, coordinating doctor appointments, and documenting program data, working Mon-Fri 7a-9a and Sat 1p-7p. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and state-of-the-art training in person-centered planning, CPR/first aid, human rights, HIPAA compliance and medication