Intellectual Disability - Advanced Direct Support Professional

Keystone Human Services; Guilford (CT); On-site; USD 26,174 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Paid time off

401K

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

Keystone Human Services seeks an Advanced Direct Support Professional in Guilford, CT, to provide person-directed support for adults with intellectual and developmental needs, mental health, and autism. You will foster a healthy home environment, teach daily living skills, assist with personal care, and advocate for wellbeing.

The role may involve medication administration and health monitoring under supervision, with opportunities for professional growth and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• One year of experience supporting individuals with medical needs and/or behaviors or dual diagnosis.
• Effective communication and proficient computer skills.
• Valid driver's license and may require daily access to a privately maintained vehicle.
• Complete pre-employment process and required certifications.

Responsibilities

• Support adults by creating a healthy, engaging home setting and teaching daily living skills.
• Assist with personal care and advocate for health and wellness of individuals supported.
• May administer medications and monitor health conditions under nurse supervision.
• Respond to emergencies following protocols and implement behavior support plans.

Skills

Effective communication

Computer skills

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Keystone Human Services is currently seeking Advanced Direct Support Professionals to join our team in providing individualized, person-directed support in the areas of intellectual disabilities, mental health, and autism. Our work focuses on inclusion and building communities where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and fully participate in everything society has to offer. As an Advanced Direct Support Professional, you will support adults by creating a healthy and engaging home setting, teaching and assisting with daily living skills, assisting with personal care, and advocating for the health and wellness of the people we support. This position may administer medications, perform delegated nursing tasks, monitor health conditions under the supervisor of a nurse, and respond to emergencies following protocols and implementing behavior support plans. The Advanced Direct Support Professional supports individuals with a high level of need as defined by clinical and/or health care assessments. Keystone Human Services values health, wellbeing, and professional growth. Our team has access to a competitive benefits package comprised of medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401K, career advancement, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, and more! Job Details:

• Full time, Part time, and Casual positions available
• $22.25 per hour

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• One (1) year work experience supporting individuals with either challenging medical needs and/or behaviors or dual diagnosis of intellectual disability and mental health
• Effective communication and proficient computer skills
• Successfully complete and maintain all required certifications and training mandated by regulations and additional specialized medical and/or behavioral health trainings necessary
• Valid drivers license and, depending on work location, may be required to have daily access to a privately maintained and insured vehicle
• Successful completion of the pre-employment process, including clearances and verifications

Keystone Human Services prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Disclaimer: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.