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In-Home Support Specialist - PT - Female Only!

Part-time

The Arc Eastern Connecticut

Norwich, CTPart-time$18.85/hrPosted 3mo agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago
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At a glance

Compensation
$18.85/hr
Location
Norwich, CT
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Valid Driver’s License

Job overview

The Arc Eastern Connecticut is hiring an In-Home Support Specialist - PT - Female Only!. The In-Home Support Specialist provides daily assistance such as meal preparation, personal care, and community outings while supporting therapeutic and behavioral plans, advocating for participants, and maintaining a positive, professional attitude in accordance with Arc policies.

Key focus areas include Prepare and plan meals daily, Provide personal care to participants, and Accompany individuals on community outings.

Successful candidates bring Valid Driver's License, Privately Owned Vehicle, and Evidence Of Insurance. Important skills include Facilitate Skills, Model Skills, Build Skills, Meal Preparation, Meal Planning, and Personal Care. Preferred (not required): Community Outings Facilitation, Transportation Provision, Therapeutic And Behavioral Plan Support, and Limited Supervision.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Facilitate SkillsModel SkillsBuild SkillsMeal PreparationMeal PlanningPersonal CareCommunity InvolvementSupport Therapeutic PlansSupport Behavioral PlansPositive Work EthicWork With Limited SupervisionAdvocacyTreat Individuals With RespectMaintain Mature AttitudeMaintain Positive AttitudeCooperationProfessional MannerMaintain AttendanceKeep Supervisor InformedPositive Role ModelDevelop Positive RelationshipsMaintain Positive RelationshipsRespond to NeedsMentorAssist With Life SkillsBasic Computer AptitudeSpeak EnglishWrite EnglishPaid TrainingCommunity Outings FacilitationTransportation ProvisionTherapeutic and Behavioral Plan SupportLimited SupervisionRespectful InteractionProfessionalismRole ModelingRelationship DevelopmentTimely ResponseEnglishLife Skills Mentoring

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDValid Driver’s LicensePrivately Owned VehicleEvidence of InsurancePrior Experience Working With Developmental and Physical DisabilitiesEnglish Proficiency

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off

Full job description

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

Saturday

10:00a.m. to 3:00p.m.

5 Hours

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