Job Summary:
The Direct Support Professional (DSP) will provide individualized support to individuals(s) with intellectual disabilities.The DSP must be able to effectively work with or without direct supervision, work cooperatively within a team setting, handle crisis situations calmly and professionally and interact with others in a courteous and professional manner.The DSP must also be able to adapt to the flexible nature of the job and work in a busy and fast paced environment.
Supervisor: Receives supervision from Residential Program Manager.
Supervisory Responsibilities: None.
Duties / Responsibilities:
Provide daily instruction and assistance in accordance with each person’s individual need, including, but not limited to: meal planning and preparation/menus and dietary guidelines followed, leisure time planning and development of hobbies, medication administration, money management and making purchases of personal items, transportation, home maintenance, personal hygiene, and personal appointments, medical appointments, and social commitments. Complete all necessary documentation while on shift to include, but not limited to behavior plans, individual's goals, financial records, communication log, nursing log, incident reports and medication Kardex. Maintain records of supported individual(s) care, conditions, progress, or problems to report and discuss observations with manager/supervisor and clinical. Provide necessary support/ treatment and documentation for unusual incidents. Ensure confidentiality of individuals supported and the agency.Maintain positive and diplomatic relationships with families, advocates and friends of the individuals supported by the agency. Accompany supported individual(s) to doctors’ offices and/or on other trips outside the home, providing transportation, assistance, and companionship. Responsibly manage and record house petty cash and the funds of each supported individual according to agency policy.
Pay: $21.13 per hour
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid orientation
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Are you Medication Administration Certified?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- East Hartford, CT 06118 (Required)
Work Location: In person
