Direct Support Professional
$36,795 - $36,795/Yr
Resources For Human Development - Trumbull, CT
posted about 2 months ago
Part-time,Full-time - Entry Level
Trumbull, CT
Social Assistance
About the position
The Direct Support Professional (DSP) role at RHD Connecticut involves providing safety and supervision to individuals with Intellectual Developmental Disabilities and behavioral health histories. The DSP will facilitate healthy behaviors, coordinate with clinical staff, and assist clients in achieving their clinical goals while promoting their dignity and rights. This position is available in various shifts and is integral to supporting clients in their daily activities both at home and in the community.
Responsibilities
- Provide supervision of individuals in accordance with the person-centered ISP; supporting someone to work towards outcomes identified in ISP and other Person-Centered Support Plans
- Complete required documentation
- Administer Medication
- Provide transportation to consumers
- Support consumers in activities of daily living, meal prep, toileting, hygiene, as appropriate
- Assist in Community Integration Activities and access to community Supports including medical appointments, social security access, etc.
- Complete all other miscellaneous tasks as assigned by supervisor
Requirements
- High School diploma or GED is required
- Basic computer and internet literacy with the ability to utilize applications like emails, time recording and other programs to enter and retrieve data as necessary to perform the essential functions of the job
- Valid driver's license is required
- Subject to employment screenings, including FBI clearance, if applicable
Nice-to-haves
- Supervising experience
- Leadership skills
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- On-the-job training
- Retirement plan
- Free fitness classes
