Residential Support Staff DDS

Corporation for Public Management; Meriden (CT); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

The Corporation for Public Management is seeking a Residential Support Staff member to provide direct care to individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities. You will implement goals and document progress following DDS guidelines and CPM policies.

This part-time, 3rd shift position requires a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, basic computer skills, and certifications (DDS Medication, First Aid, CPR, PMT) within six months of hire.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Knowledge of DDS systems.
• Basic computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Medication Certification through DDS, First Aid, CPR and PMT within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Implement goals and strategies per DDS guidelines and CPM policies.
• Document progress according to teaching strategy and CPM requirements.
• Provide transportation for medical, programmatic, and recreational needs.
• Maintain vehicle mileage, service, and safety documentation.
• Escort and document medical progress notes, orders, and appointments.
• Track and document behavioral and program data accurately.
• Respond to crises and emergencies calmly as directed by supervision.
• Report all serious incidents to supervisor and management.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by Coordinator.

Skills

DDS systems knowledge

Basic computer skills

Valid driver license

Education

High School diploma or GED

Medication Certification through DDS, First Aid, CPR and PMT

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

SummaryThe Residential Support Staff is a member of a team that provides direct care support to individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities. The Residential Support Staff is primarily responsible for ensuring that each assigned individual is provided with active treatment that will afford the opportunity to enhance his/her daily living skills.Duties and 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.Qualifications• Education – High School diploma or GED.• Knowledge of DDS systems.• Knowledge of basic computer technology and software applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.• Valid Driver's License and reliable transportation.• Medication Certification through DDS, First Aid, CPR and PMT certifications must be acquired within six months of hire date and maintained throughout employment.Schedule: Shifts available - Part-Time - 3rd Shift