Residential Care & Behavior Support Specialist

Alternative Services Connecticut, Inc; Colchester (CT); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Residential Instructor at Alternative Services Connecticut, Inc is responsible for supervising consumers, ensuring safety, and implementing agency policies in a home-based setting. The role requires documenting activities, coordinating with staff and supervisors, and providing a safe, respectful environment.

Responsibilities include incident reporting, medication administration following DDS guidelines, facilitating programs, transporting residents to activities, and participating in ongoing

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred; substitution allowed by education.
• Valid driver’s license; insured; may travel as part of daily work.
• CPR, First Aid, PMT and DDS State Medication Administration certifications required.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and physically intervene as needed.

Responsibilities

• Monitor consumer behavior and document programs or plans.
• Document all shift activities and incidents in log and Therap system.
• Provide programmatic and statistical reports as required.
• Maintain safety, cleanliness, and conduct sanitation inspections of home and equipment.
• Distribute medications according to each consumer's schedule and guidelines.
• Provide activities and supervise consumers during shifts; engage with consumers in home and group homes.
• Adhere to agency policies, procedures, and licensing regulations; implement behavior support plans.
• Report incidents promptly; complete incident reports as required.
• Advocate for consumers and model professional behavior; treat individuals with respect and dignity.
• Attend in-service training and staff meetings; participate in ongoing professional development.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

CPR/First Aid

PMT & Medication Administration

Driver's license

Lifting up to 75 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The Residential Instructor at Alternative Services Connecticut, Inc is responsible for supervising consumers, ensuring safety, and implementing agency policies in a home-based setting. The role requires documenting activities, coordinating with staff and supervisors, and providing a safe, respectful environment.

Responsibilities include incident reporting, medication administration following DDS guidelines, facilitating programs, transporting residents to activities, and participating in ongoing