Hybrid DSP — Empower Lives (Weekend Diff)

Continuum of Care; Middletown (CT); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

401(k) with company match up to 3.5%

Medical, Dental and Vision

FSA and Dependent Care Accounts

Life, AD&D and LTD

Colonial Supplemental Insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Continuum of Care is seeking a Direct Support Professional for the Holmes I program in Middletown. The role is a 1st shift (Fri/Sat 7am-3pm) with a base wage of $24.21 per hour and a weekend differential bringing it to $24.28 per hour.

The DSP supports individuals with intellectual disabilities in living communities, assisting with daily living activities and community involvement while following IPs and behavioral plans. CPR/First Aid and other required trainings are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Associates preferred; High School Diploma or equivalent considered with relevant experience.
• Valid Connecticut Driver’s license with clean driving record is required.
• Certification as a Direct Support Professional preferred.

Responsibilities

• Establish rapport and professional relationships with individuals.
• Provide face-to-face hands-on support for activities of daily living.
• Deliver services per individual plan and positive behavioral programming.
• Assist with transportation to community resources and appointments.
• Input data with Therap or other designated systems and track daily data.

Education

Bachelor’s or Associates preferred

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Continuum of Care is seeking a Direct Support Professional for the Holmes I program in Middletown. The role is a 1st shift (Fri/Sat 7am-3pm) with a base wage of $24.21 per hour and a weekend differential bringing it to $24.28 per hour.

The DSP supports individuals with intellectual disabilities in living communities, assisting with daily living activities and community involvement while following IPs and behavioral plans. CPR/First Aid and other required trainings are expected.