Residential Support Specialist (2nd Shift)

Partners For Community; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Partners For Community in East Hartford, CT seeks a Residential Support Staff member to assist individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities. You will implement goals, document progress, provide transportation, and help maintain medical records.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, knowledge of DDS systems, proficiency with Word/Excel/Outlook, a valid driver’s license, and required certifications within six months of hire.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• DDS systems knowledge.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Valid Driver's License and reliable transportation.
• Medication Certification through DDS, First Aid, CPR and PMT within six months.

Responsibilities

• Implement goals and strategies consistent with DDS guidelines and CPM policies.
• Implement program goals and document progress according to teaching strategy.
• Provide transportation for medical, programmatic, and recreational requirements.
• Maintain required vehicle mileage, service, and safety documentation.
• Provide escort and efficient provision of medical progress notes, timely doctors' orders, and appointments.
• Track and document behavioral and programmatic data in an accurate and timely manner.
• Respond efficiently to crises and emergencies with a calm and reasoned response as necessary or directed by coordinator/supervisor or other member of the management team.
• Report all serious incidents to coordinator/supervisor or other members of the management team.
• All other duties assigned by Coordinator.

Skills

DDS systems knowledge

Driver's license

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Partners For Community in East Hartford, CT seeks a Residential Support Staff member to assist individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities. You will implement goals, document progress, provide transportation, and help maintain medical records.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, knowledge of DDS systems, proficiency with Word/Excel/Outlook, a valid driver’s license, and required certifications within six months of hire.