IDD Direct Support Specialist — Build Independence

The Arc Eastern Connecticut; Norwich (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Job summary

The Arc Eastern Connecticut is seeking Direct Support Professionals to enable the independence of individuals with IDD. You will deliver training, support daily living skills, and help with health needs in Groton, CT.

Responsibilities include implementing individualized plans, administering medications, and maintaining accurate documentation. You will also transport participants, assist with meals, and promote health, safety, and rights in a respectful environment.

Qualifications

• Prior experience working with people who have developmental and physical disabilities preferred.
• Must have the ability to mentor and assist people in all areas of life skills including recreation, independence, communication, and health.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• High School Diploma or GED Required
• Applicants must possess basic computer aptitude and be able to speak/write in English.

Responsibilities

• Deliver training, support, and assistance to participants in the areas of personal care, recreation and leisure, daily living skills, social skills, health needs, personal preferences, exercising of individual rights, community integration, and behavior management.
• Participate in the design, implementation and monitoring of the participants individualized support plan. Your observations and opinions are crucial to tailoring an achievable plan.
• Accurately administer prescribed medications to participants as ordered by physicians.
• Accurately complete required documentation including but not limited to program data, incident reports, daily log, progress notes, and health records.
• Always ensure participants health and safety including but not limited to prevention of abuse, perform CPR, perform Standard First Aid, perform Heimlich procedure, and evacuate participants in case of a fire.
• Providing transportation to recreational and community activities
• Prepare participants meals following published menus.
• Must have the ability to mentor and assist people in all areas of life skills including recreation, independence, communication, and health.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The Arc Eastern Connecticut is seeking Direct Support Professionals to enable the independence of individuals with IDD. You will deliver training, support daily living skills, and help with health needs in Groton, CT.

Responsibilities include implementing individualized plans, administering medications, and maintaining accurate documentation. You will also transport participants, assist with meals, and promote health, safety, and rights in a respectful environment.