Direct Support Professional - East Hartford, CT (40 hrs/wk)
On-siteEast Hartford, Connecticut, United States
Job Summary
Provide daily instruction and assistance for individuals with intellectual disabilities, including meal planning, medication administration, personal hygiene, and transportation. Manage personal appointments, social commitments, and home maintenance while ensuring safety and confidentiality. Complete all necessary documentation, including behavior plans, nursing logs, incident reports, and financial records. Maintain positive relationships with families, advocates, and clinical staff while adhering to agency policies and regulatory training requirements. Work Mon-Fri from 2p-10p in a busy, fast-paced environment with no supervisory responsibilities.
Required Qualifications
- Current driver's license
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times
- Ability to bend, push, pull and lift
- Prolonged periods of standing, sitting, walking
- Must be able to effectively work with or without direct supervision
- Must be able to work cooperatively within a team setting
- Must be able to handle crisis situations calmly and professionally
- Must be able to interact with others in a courteous and professional manner
- Must be able to adapt to the flexible nature of the job
- Must be able to work in a busy and fast paced environment
- Strong customer service orientation
- Intermediate technology and computer ability
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs
Desired Qualifications
- Experience working with people who are intellectually/developmentally disabled preferred
- Understanding of basic concepts of personal care, housekeeping and other care areas
- At least one year experience preferred
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