Direct Service Professional (Meriden 2nd Shift - Free Medical)
Quick Apply Full-time Part-time 3 hours ago Full Job Description MidState Arc, Inc.
Are you looking for a meaningful career? Do you enjoy making a difference in the lives of others? Join us at MidState Arc, Inc where we supports and advocates for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to lead more independent and fulfilling lives.
Various Shifts:
Sunday -Thursday 3p-11p (F/T) Saturday 3p-11p & Sunday 9a-3p (P/T) Pay Rate:
$18.
25 - $20.
00 All applicants will be required to undergo background screening and be fully vaccinated.
Turn your passion into a career with MidState Arc.
We value and invest in you.
Free Medical Coverage Dental Coverage Vision Coverage Paid Trainings Professional Development Free Life Insurance 401k Retirement Planning Other Great Benefits Direct Support Professional Job Description REPORTS TO:
Program/Group Home Manager or Assistant Manager SUPPORTS:
Individuals Served JOB
Summary:
This position is responsible for providing direct support, positive direction, and assistance to individuals to achieve their desired quality of life and ensure optimal health and safety, assist individuals to be as independent as possible, and to maintain their homes/program areas so they are clean, safe, and hazard free.
ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Provides supports to individuals by assisting in the development and implementation of all support plans, including spiritual life supports, assisting individuals in achieving their personal goals and desires, providing interaction and choices for activities that support a meaningful day, and supporting individuals to be independent in activities of daily living; Behavior should be professional at all times and consistent with the MidState Arc, Inc.
culture, mission, values, philosophy, and policies and procedures (as well as DDS policies and procedures) while empowering each individual to direct their own life choices; Assist individuals in maintaining safe and healthy lifestyles, and monitor for changes in their general health, appearance, behavior, and patterns of activities; Develops a relationship with the individuals served that is respectful and maintains professional boundaries; Reports and documents routine and unusual events including completing daily activity sheets, accident reports, case notes etc.
in a concise, understandable, and legible manner, and meets Agency, federal, and state regulatory requirements; Responsible for monitoring and maintaining a clean, safe, and secure environment for individuals at all times, including but not limited to programs/residences and vehicles; Plan and support individuals in daily activities, which may include, but are not limited to, household chores, personal care, socialization, recreational activities, learning activities, physical fitness activities and money management; Assists individuals with fiscal management while safeguarding their funds.
This may include completing ledgers, reconciling accounts, and assisting individuals with spending choices; Provide training and assistance to individuals in making healthy dietary choices, and following any pre-established order by medical professionals; Maintains open communication and cooperative work effort with supervisor and other staff to ensure quality and continuity of support to individuals served; 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; Ensures that individuals exercise their rights and that rights are not restricted without due process.
Ensures individuals are treated with dignity and respect; Report to work on time, and if unable to report to work, or if there is a need to come to work late or leave early, follow Agency approval and/or call out policy; Performs other duties as assigned.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES Safely transport individuals to and from recreational activities, errands, work, and personal appointments, and comply with the MidState Arc, Inc.
vehicle safety, maintenance, and cell phone use policies; Staff will shovel and/or spread sand as needed in order to provide safe walking surfaces; Quick Apply.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Are you looking for a meaningful career? Do you enjoy making a difference in the lives of others? Join us at MidState Arc, Inc where we supports and advocates for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to lead more independent and fulfilling lives.
Various Shifts:
Sunday -Thursday 3p-11p (F/T) Saturday 3p-11p & Sunday 9a-3p (P/T) Pay Rate:
$18.
25 - $20.
00 All applicants will be required to undergo background screening and be fully vaccinated.
Turn your passion into a career with MidState Arc.
We value and invest in you.
Free Medical Coverage Dental Coverage Vision Coverage Paid Trainings Professional Development Free Life Insurance 401k Retirement Planning Other Great Benefits Direct Support Professional Job Description REPORTS TO:
Program/Group Home Manager or Assistant Manager SUPPORTS:
Individuals Served JOB
Summary:
This position is responsible for providing direct support, positive direction, and assistance to individuals to achieve their desired quality of life and ensure optimal health and safety, assist individuals to be as independent as possible, and to maintain their homes/program areas so they are clean, safe, and hazard free.
ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Provides supports to individuals by assisting in the development and implementation of all support plans, including spiritual life supports, assisting individuals in achieving their personal goals and desires, providing interaction and choices for activities that support a meaningful day, and supporting individuals to be independent in activities of daily living; Behavior should be professional at all times and consistent with the MidState Arc, Inc.
culture, mission, values, philosophy, and policies and procedures (as well as DDS policies and procedures) while empowering each individual to direct their own life choices; Assist individuals in maintaining safe and healthy lifestyles, and monitor for changes in their general health, appearance, behavior, and patterns of activities; Develops a relationship with the individuals served that is respectful and maintains professional boundaries; Reports and documents routine and unusual events including completing daily activity sheets, accident reports, case notes etc.
in a concise, understandable, and legible manner, and meets Agency, federal, and state regulatory requirements; Responsible for monitoring and maintaining a clean, safe, and secure environment for individuals at all times, including but not limited to programs/residences and vehicles; Plan and support individuals in daily activities, which may include, but are not limited to, household chores, personal care, socialization, recreational activities, learning activities, physical fitness activities and money management; Assists individuals with fiscal management while safeguarding their funds.
This may include completing ledgers, reconciling accounts, and assisting individuals with spending choices; Provide training and assistance to individuals in making healthy dietary choices, and following any pre-established order by medical professionals; Maintains open communication and cooperative work effort with supervisor and other staff to ensure quality and continuity of support to individuals served; 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; Ensures that individuals exercise their rights and that rights are not restricted without due process.
Ensures individuals are treated with dignity and respect; Report to work on time, and if unable to report to work, or if there is a need to come to work late or leave early, follow Agency approval and/or call out policy; Performs other duties as assigned.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES Safely transport individuals to and from recreational activities, errands, work, and personal appointments, and comply with the MidState Arc, Inc.
vehicle safety, maintenance, and cell phone use policies; Staff will shovel and/or spread sand as needed in order to provide safe walking surfaces; Quick Apply.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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