Impactful Direct Support Professional - Growth & Training

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health; New Preston (CT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Servant Leadership culture

Tuition Assistance

Health insurance after 30 days

Growth and training development

Paid Training

Student loan assistance

Job summary

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health in Washington, CT is seeking a Direct Support Professional to help individuals with developmental and behavioral health needs achieve daily living goals. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to provide safe, supportive care and enrichment activities.

This role offers paid training, tuition assistance, growth opportunities, and a benefits package that starts after 30 days.

Qualifications

• Be 21 years of age or older (required).
• Have a minimum of a High School Diploma/GED.
• Have a CT valid driver's license.
• Experience with the developmentally disabled or as a caretaker is preferred but not required.
• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Be able to attend paid in-house orientation on weekdays.
• Be able to lift up to 50+ pounds and perform Safe and Positive Approaches.

Responsibilities

• Ensure our individuals are safe and healthy while attending our day program.
• Supervise, coach, and assist our individuals in achieving their goals for daily living skills, such as food preparation, cooking, cleaning, and shopping.
• Supervise the planning, implementation, and documentation of programs designed to meet the social, emotional, physical, and personal needs of our individuals.
• Plan and participate in volunteer opportunities, and outings for our individuals to be involved with.

Skills

Communication skills

Driver's license

Caretaking experience

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health in Washington, CT is seeking a Direct Support Professional to help individuals with developmental and behavioral health needs achieve daily living goals. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to provide safe, supportive care and enrichment activities.

This role offers paid training, tuition assistance, growth opportunities, and a benefits package that starts after 30 days.