Job Overview:
We are seeking compassionate individuals to join our team as Direct Support Professionals. As a Direct Support Professional, you will provide care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities, assisting them in daily activities and fostering their independence.
Duties:
- Assist individuals with daily living activities (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, and meal preparation
- Provide transportation and accompany individuals to appointments and outings
- Support individuals in participating in recreational activities and social events
- Maintain accurate documentation of services provided and individual progress
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals, families, and other team members to ensure the well-being of the individuals
- Follows programs structure, staffing assignments, daily program schedule
- Follows Individual Plan goals, assessments, protocols and supervision Guidelines.
- Assists Individuals with maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly Program.
-Maintains and expands skills and knowledge relevant to providing high quality support and services. Obtains and maintains all required certifications and trainings and applies the information to support Individuals served;
- Maintains open communication and cooperative work effort with Lead DSP and other staff to assure quality and continuity of support to Individuals served;
-Supports the BMLLC Mission, Vision, and Core Values while empowering each Individual to direct their own life choices;
- Reports and/or documents routine and unusual events including completing daily logs, accident reports, outcome data sheets, etc. in a concise, understandable, and legible manner;
- Assists Individuals with fiscal management while safeguarding their funds. This may include completing ledgers, reconciling accounts and assisting Individuals with spending choices;
- Ensures that Individuals exercise their rights and that rights are not restricted without due process, ensures Individuals are treated with dignity and respect;
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- Experience in patient care, assisted living, or childcare is preferred
- Ability to perform heavy lifting and assist with mobility needs
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with individuals with diverse needs
- Compassionate and patient demeanor when working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- Valid driver's license for transportation purposes
- Knowledge of hospice care is a plus
Join our team as a Direct Support Professional and make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary
Pay: $17.80 - $19.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid orientation
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Weekends as needed
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Direct support: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- CT Driver's Licence (Required)
- PMT (Preferred)
- CPR/First Aid (Preferred)
Shift availability:
Ability to Commute:
- North Haven, CT 06473 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- North Haven, CT 06473: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person