Direct Support Professional - PT - Female Only

Part-time Regular

Norwich, CT, US

Salary: $18.85 Hourly

Description:

Our In-Home Support Specialists are committed to facilitate, model, and build skills that will lead to the optimal independence of the people we support.

Schedule:

TBD - flexible afternoon/weekends

Work Location:

New London, CT

Essential Functions:

• Daily activities such as meal preparation and planning

• Personal care

• Facilitating community involvement by accompanying individuals on outings in the community

• Providing transportation to recreational and community activities

• Supporting therapeutic and behavioral plans

Expectations:

• Demonstrates a positive work ethic.

• Can work with limited supervision.

• Advocates for and protects participants’ rights in accordance with Arc policies and procedures.

• Treats all individuals in an age-appropriate manner, with respect and dignity, and to encourage opportunities that promote choice.

• Maintains a mature and positive attitude when dealing with program participants, staff, families, the public and outside representatives.

• Works with a spirit of cooperation with all departments.

• Carries out all job responsibilities in a professional manner.

• Attends all agency staff meetings and training sessions.

• Maintains attendance. Adheres to policies on attendance, days of absence, and illness.

• Keeps supervisor informed of any significant events or the need to modify any area of the operation/activity.

• Serves as a positive and appropriate role model for program participants.

• Provides advocacy for participants based on their personal choice and their individual plan.

• Develops and maintains positive relationships with participants, their families, and providers.

• Responds to need of participants, families, and providers in a timely and professional manner.

• Possesses a valid driver’s license, privately owned vehicle, and evidence of insurance.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Prior experience working with people who have developmental and physical disabilities preferred.

• Must have the ability to mentor and assist people in all areas of life skills including recreation, independence, communication, and health

• Valid driver’s license required.

• High School Diploma or GED

• Applicants must possess basic computer aptitude and be able to speak/write in English.

Highlights:

• Appreciate paid training while you get state certified .

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

• Eleven recognized holidays off and paid each year.

• Earn paid vacation and paid sick leave.

• We can start you working and earning towards your employment goal.

Employees will be submitted for company-sponsored training upon hire. We offer a supportive company culture, company paid training, and career advancement opportunities.

The Arc is an Equal Opportunity Employer