Residential Program Worker - Harwinton, Hill Road

Oak Hill; Harwinton (CT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Tuition reimbursement

Career pathways

Job summary

A community support organization in Harwinton is seeking a Residential Program Worker to provide essential support to individuals with Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities. The role involves personal care, community engagement, and helping individuals achieve their goals. Med Certification is required. This position offers a chance for personal growth within an inclusive work environment focused on empowerment and professional development.

Qualifications

• Med Certification is required.
• Must be female.
• Experience in direct care is preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to individuals with Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities.
• Assist with personal care and household services.
• Support community activities and supervision.
• Supervise in the home and assist with daily living tasks.
• Assist individuals in achieving personal goals and independence.

Skills

Motivational support

Personal care skills

Community engagement

Job description

Residential Program Worker - Harwinton, Hill Road

Harwinton, CT 06791, USA

Job Description

Oak Hill is seeking a highly motivated and dynamic Residential Program Worker (RPW) to provide direct support to individuals with Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities. This person will inspire others and make a life changing impact while achieving professional growth and personal fulfillment. Oak Hill sets the standard, partnering with people with disabilities, to provide services and solutions promoting independence, education, health, and dignity. This role will help expand Oak Hill’s ability to identify and address diverse needs within the community. Along with the individuals we serve, Oak Hill is committed to empowering our staff. When you join our team as an RPW, our team will support you to reach your career goals. We offer professional development, tuition reimbursement, and career pathways that allow you to develop your career while an Oak Hill employee.

Location: Harwinton - Hill Road

Schedule: Tue-Sat 3p-11p (40)

Requirements: Med Certification, Female

About the Position:

The RPW provides a range of services for individuals based on their needs, in their home and in their community. This includes but is not limited to personal care, domestic household services, personal appointments, medical appointments, vocational services, community activities, supervision within the home, and other tasks based upon their individual goals. Applicants with no experience and interested in entering the direct care field with a desire to serve people with disabilities are encouraged to apply for this position.

Before you apply for an internal transfer, it is expected that you will familiarize yourself with the position you are applying for, such as the driving distance, schedule, and the nature of the group home or classroom. It is recommended that you reach out to the program manager to get an understanding of the program before you commit to applying for a job there. If granted, you will be committing to the new position for a minimum of six months before you are eligible to request another transfer.

We support equality for and advancement of all people, based on their qualifications and actions alone, without regard to color, gender, age, religion, national origin or disability.

Our company is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please reach out to [e-mail]. We will make every effort to accommodate your needs in accordance with applicable laws and our commitment to accessibility and inclusion.