Residential Behavior Support Specialist

Alternative Services Connecticut, Inc; Griswold (CT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Alternative Services Connecticut, Inc. is seeking a Residential Instructor to supervise and support individuals with developmental disabilities in a home setting.

You will implement agency policies, document activities, and ensure safety and welfare of residents during daily operations. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, the ability to lift up to 75 pounds, and CPR/First Aid/PMT/DDS certifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum possession of a High School Diploma or a G.E.D.
• Minimum two years experience working with individuals with developmentally disabilities or that are dually diagnosed.
• Valid drivers license and the ability to be insured by our insurance company throughout employment.
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills.
• The ability to obtain and maintain certifications in CPR, First Aid, PMT and DDS State Medication Administration.
• The ability to lift up to 75 pounds, transfer and physically intervene with individuals as required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor consumer behavior and implement consumer behavior management programs or other programs as applicable. Document everything on appropriate forms.
• Document all shift activities and incidents in the log and on consumers in Therap.
• Provide programmatic and statistical reports as required.
• Maintain safety, appearance and cleanliness of home. Conduct sanitation and safety inspections of all internal and external areas of equipment/house. Make minor repairs and/or alerts supervisor to potential major problems.
• Maintain a professional attitude with co-workers, management, outside agencies, etc.
• Responsible to know consumers location at all times and has knowledge of and implements all Agency policies and procedures governing Agency operations including: Medication administration policies, key control, following consumer's IP's, evacuation and emergency procedures, etc, compliance with licensing regulations, and DDS contracts.
• Alert appropriate personnel immediately regarding problems or unusual occurrences. Complete incident reports pertaining to consumers and/or workers compensation in a timely and accurate manner.
• Alert appropriate personnel immediately regarding problems or unusual occurrences. Complete incident reports pertaining to consumers and/or workers compensation in a timely and accurate manner.
• To implement and adhere to all policies, procedures, and/or legal and program commitments to consumers as required by the Connecticut Department of Developmental Services, ASI and other state agencies and federal agencies.
• To fulfill delegated responsibilities and report at staff meetings on such duties as required.
• Act as an advocate and appropriate role model for consumers, and to treat individuals with respect and dignity.
• Assist or complete any necessary hygiene needed for consumers.
• Document on appropriate forms all activity pertaining to the welfare of the home or consumer. This is to include but not limited to the following areas: Consumer/Visitor movement to or from home; Unusual incidents involving consumers, staff or other persons affecting the home; Seizures, the administration of medication, medication errors, accidents or other medical emergencies; Noticeable changes in consumer conduct, either positive or negative.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Valid driver’s license

Ability to lift up to 75 pounds

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Alternative Services Connecticut, Inc. is seeking a Residential Instructor to supervise and support individuals with developmental disabilities in a home setting.

You will implement agency policies, document activities, and ensure safety and welfare of residents during daily operations. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, the ability to lift up to 75 pounds, and CPR/First Aid/PMT/DDS certifications.