Weekend Direct Support: Empower Lives in Community

Continuum of Care; Wolcott (CT); On-site; USD 23,419 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

401(k) with company match

Medical, Dental and Vision

Job summary

Continuum of Care in Wolcott, CT seeks a Direct Support Professional to assist individuals with intellectual disabilities in daily living, community involvement and personal care. You will support IPs, follow individual plans, document progress, and collaborate with teammates to ensure respectful, dignified care in a home-like setting.

Evening, weekend and overnight availability is required. A valid CT driver’s license and CPR/First Aid certifications are preferred; a degree is beneficial.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Associates preferred; High School Diploma or equivalent with relevant experience considered.
• Valid Connecticut Driver’s license required.
• CPR & First Aid certification, PMT and DDS/CoC requirements.
• Computer skills to navigate electronic record systems and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Establishes rapport and maintains professional boundaries with individuals.
• Provides face-to-face support for activities of daily living and personal care.
• Delivers services per individual plans and behavioral programming.
• Encourages social and community involvement while ensuring safety.
• Keeps daily data on IP teaching, ADL strategies, and medical needs.
• Attends staff meetings and completes assigned tasks.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Documentation

Computer literacy

Evenings/weekends availability

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate’s preferred

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Therap

Job description

Continuum of Care in Wolcott, CT seeks a Direct Support Professional to assist individuals with intellectual disabilities in daily living, community involvement and personal care. You will support IPs, follow individual plans, document progress, and collaborate with teammates to ensure respectful, dignified care in a home-like setting.

Evening, weekend and overnight availability is required. A valid CT driver’s license and CPR/First Aid certifications are preferred; a degree is beneficial.