Residential Support Worker

Oak Hill (Legal name: CT Institute for the Blind); Coventry (CT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Oak Hill seeks a Residential Support Worker for their Coventry location, providing essential support for individuals with disabilities. This part-time role involves personal care, community activities, and the promotion of independence. Ideal for newcomers to the field or those seeking a career change, offering professional growth and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Generous Paid Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time

Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits

403(b) Retirement Plan

Free and Low-Cost Life Insurance Options

Paid Training and Certification

Professional Development Opportunities

Staff Recognition and Appreciation

Qualifications

• No previous experience required; ideal for career changers.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct support to individuals with Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities.
• Facilitates personal hygiene tasks and medication administration.
• Collects and records data for program evaluation.

Skills

Personal care

Community support

Supervision

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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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.

About The Position

The RPW at Oak Hill’s Coventry Location works 27.5 hours/week: Monday-Friday 2p-7:30p. 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, or individuals seeking a career change are encouraged to apply to this position.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid driver’s license
  
  

Benefits

• Generous Paid Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time, Plus Paid Holidays
• Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits (Oak Hill pays 50% of your medical deductible)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan (Oak Hill contributes 9.5% at no cost to you)
• Free and Low-Cost Life Insurance Options and Free Long-term Disability Insurance
• Excellent Professional Development Opportunities; Tuition Reimbursement; Career Pathways
• Staff Recognition and Appreciation
• Paid Training, Education, and Certification as necessary (including CPR training)
  
  

This is a union position and pays $18.50 – $19.40 per hour dependent on shift.

Responsibilities

• Provides information for program maintenance and evaluation, and meets Oak Hill’s policies, procedures, licensing and certification regulations by collecting, recording and charting data, including electronically maintained records.
• Maintains program participants’ cleanliness, comfort and well-being and facilitates the development and maintenance of self-help and daily living skills by providing guidance and assistance in the completion of personal hygiene tasks.
• Facilitates program implementation by preparing materials for program participant-related activities or projects as needed.
• Maintains program participant’s health and well-being by promoting/encouraging self-administration of prescription and non-prescription medications; administering medication; documenting medication administration, and any errors which may occur, as specified in Oak Hill’s policies and procedures; observing and reporting on changes in behavior, physical and mental appearance to so that issues can be addressed as needed.
• Protects program participants and employees by applying Emergency First Aid and CPR procedures
• Observes and maintains confidentiality by treating information regarding program participants with discretion and complying with all applicable policies and procedures protecting the identity and medical information of program participants.
  
  

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.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

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