Intellectual Disability - Advanced Direct Support Professional

Key Human Services; Waterford, Northern (CT, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Keystone Human Services seeks Advanced Direct Support Professionals to provide person-directed support to adults with intellectual disabilities, mental health needs, and autism in Waterford, CT.

You will assist with daily living skills, personal care, and advocacy while ensuring health and wellness. Some roles include medication administration under supervision and behavior support plan implementation.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 1 year experience supporting individuals with challenging medical needs and/or behaviors or dual diagnosis.
• Strong communication and computer skills are essential.

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 served.
• May administer medications and monitor health under nurse supervision; follow emergency protocols and behavior support plans.

Skills

Effective communication

Proficient computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

## Intellectual Disability - Advanced Direct Support ProfessionalApply: Waterford, CT: Posted Today: R23641Keystone 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 hourQualifications:* 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 driver’s 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 verificationsKeystone 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.