Senior Direct Support Professional - Inclusive Care & Growth

Keystone Human Services; Guilford (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401K plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Keystone Human Services in Guilford, CT, seeks Advanced Direct Support Professionals to provide individualized, person-directed support to adults with intellectual disabilities, mental health needs, and autism. You will help with daily living skills, personal care, and creating a healthy, engaging home environment.

The role may involve administering medications, delegated nursing tasks, health monitoring under a nurse's supervision, emergencies following protocols, and implementing behavior

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• One year of work experience supporting individuals with challenging medical needs and/or behaviors or dual diagnosis of intellectual disability and mental health.
• Effective communication and proficient computer skills.
• Valid driver’s license and, depending on work location, daily access to a privately maintained and insured vehicle.
• Successful completion of the pre-employment process, including clearances and verifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized, person-directed support to adults with intellectual disabilities, mental health needs, and autism.
• Assist with daily living skills and personal care; teach and reinforce health and wellness routines.
• Advocate for health and wellness and create a healthy, engaging home setting.
• Administer medications and perform delegated nursing tasks; monitor health conditions under supervision.
• Respond to emergencies following established protocols and implement behavior support plans.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Keystone Human Services in Guilford, CT, seeks Advanced Direct Support Professionals to provide individualized, person-directed support to adults with intellectual disabilities, mental health needs, and autism. You will help with daily living skills, personal care, and creating a healthy, engaging home environment.

The role may involve administering medications, delegated nursing tasks, health monitoring under a nurse's supervision, emergencies following protocols, and implementing behavior