Top 75 Special needs advocate Jobs in Weston Ct

Direct Support Worker
Personal Care Solutions —New Haven, CT
- $27 - $30 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Writing skills
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Social Worker LCSW (Part-Time 24-Hours)
DAVITA —Fairfield, CT
- Part-time
- Master of Social Work
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Paid training
- Health insurance
14d
Care Manager - Lower Hudson Valley (Bilingual in Hebrew or Yiddish)
Advance Care Alliance New York —White Plains, NY
- $31.75 - $34.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- Nursing
- RN License
- Mileage reimbursement
- Health insurance
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Occupational Therapist School Setting - Norwalk, CT
Sunbelt Staffing —Norwalk, CT
- $33 - $62 an hour
- Urgently hiring
- School experience
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- Health insurance
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Care Manager
LIFEPlan CCO NY LLC —Chappaqua, NY
- $31.75 - $34.00 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Hybrid work
- Nursing
- RN License
- Public speaking
- Work from home
- Flexible schedule
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Employment Specialist
The Kennedy Collective Inc —Bridgeport, CT
- $21 - $23 an hour
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Residential
KMG Healthcare —Somers, NY
- $22 an hour
- Contract
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Residential
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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2h
Personal care assistant
Georgina Home Care LLC —Bridgeport, CT
- $17.00 - $17.25 an hour
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Entry level
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Case Manager III FT 40 Hours Mon - Fri 7am - 3pm-NHHH
CONTINUUM OF CARE INC —New Haven, CT
- $27 - $29 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
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Direct Support Professional
The Kennedy Collective Inc —Trumbull, CT
- Weekends as needed
- Computer literacy
- HIPAA
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Case Manager I - FT 40 Hours Monday - Friday 7am - 3pm -YAS Fountain
CONTINUUM OF CARE INC —New Haven, CT
- $21.01 an hour
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
- High school diploma or GED
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
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Social Worker - LMSW
Yale New Haven Health —New Haven, CT
- Part-time
- Hospital
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- Mid-level
Social Worker (LCSW)
DAVITA —Norwalk, CT
- Full-time
- Master of Social Work
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Paid training
- Health insurance
Older Adult Psychiatric Inpatient Clinician (LPC or LMSW OK)
Yale New Haven Health —New Haven, CT
- Part-time
- Psychiatry
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- LPC
Associate Director of Accessibility
The Maritime Aquarium —Norwalk, CT
- Seasonal
- Mentoring
- Organizational skills
- Training & development
Clinical Social Worker
Yale New Haven Health —New Haven, CT
- Full-time
- Hospital
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- Mid-level
2d
LCSW - Outpatient Psychiatry
Yale New Haven Health —Stamford, CT
- Part-time
- Psychiatry
- Hospital
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
14d
Direct Support Professional (Part-Time 1st)
Alternatives, Inc. —Stratford, CT
- Part-time
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
2d
Social Worker - Psych
Northwell Health —Huntington, NY
- $48.08 - $63.09 an hour
- Per diem
- Master of Social Work
- Hospital
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
6h
LIFE SKILLS COACH (FULL-TIME)
West Haven Community House —West Haven, CT
- $17.75 - $22.75 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Clean driving record
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Direct Support Worker

Personal Care Solutions
New Haven, CT

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Job Details

Part-time | Full-time
$27 - $30 an hour

Qualifications

Activities of daily living (ADL) training
Writing skills
Resident personal care assistance
In-home healthcare experience
Driver's License
Personal grooming assistance
Meal preparation
Organizational skills
Experience working with individuals with physical disabilities
Meal assistance
Time management
First aid protocols
Emergency care

Full Job Description

OVERVIEW: This position entails supporting a young man through providing personal care supports and learning independent living skills in his private residence. The Direct Support Worker (DSW) will provide direct assistance in multiple activities of daily living; supporting personal hygiene, basic daily and instrumental living functions and ensuring general health and safety. Support may also include supporting the individual to advocate for himself, learn new skills, practice independence and participate in community, educational or enrichment activities.

OPEN HOURS:

6am – 9am, Monday - Friday

3pm – 11pm, Sunday - Friday

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

- At least 3 years of experience working with individuals with mobility and fine motor skill impairments in residential settings
- Valid driver’s license, clean driving history, reliable and timely transportation to and from shifts
- Must be able to work in a variety of settings, weather conditions and locations
- Must be able to perform personal care duties including toileting, dressing and grooming

- Ability to communicate clearly, both in-person and in writing on at least a weekly basis
- Possess strong time-management and organizational skills
- Work a consistent and sometimes flexible schedule that may include weekends, on-call, evenings or holidays
- Ability to provide physical assistance, supporting up to 50 pounds such as lifting or supporting in an emergency which may include first aid or evacuation techniques
- Work independently on shift, strong judgment skills and possess a strong sense of initiative

- Final candidates will be asked to participate in the pre-employment background checking processes, including but not limited to fingerprinting and driving records.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Must be able to perform instrumental activities of daily living including supporting the individual with activities such as housework, laundry, meal planning, etc.

- Provide hands-on personal care which will include dressing, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living

- Assist with meal planning and preparation on a regular basis

- Support and encourage the individual to problem-solve, where appropriate, and identify how to function with independence and greater self-reliance
- Support and attend medical or community-based appointments as needed

- Provide counseling, mentoring and training in the areas identified by the individual, his family and his support team

- Provide assessment, feedback and follow-up through clear and concise communication before, during and after shifts with appropriate team members
- Encourage self-awareness and self-direction skills during shifts & activities

- Operate accessible wheelchair van, provide transportation to and from activities in the individual's vehicle
- Provide one-to-one assistance as needed to the individual within the home and community

- Ensure the individual's safety while in the community
- Support the individual to enhance his social, communication and problem-solving skills

**APPLY TODAY, TO JOIN OUR AMAZING TEAM!! ALL APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE A RESPONSE. WE LOOK FORWARD TO REVIEWING YOUR SUBMISSION!

Pay: $27.00 - $30.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

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special needs advocate jobs in weston ct

Direct Support Worker

Social Worker LCSW (Part-Time 24-Hours)

Care Manager - Lower Hudson Valley (Bilingual in Hebrew or Yiddish)

Occupational Therapist School Setting - Norwalk, CT

Care Manager

Employment Specialist

Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Residential

Personal care assistant

Case Manager III FT 40 Hours Mon - Fri 7am - 3pm-NHHH

Direct Support Professional

Case Manager I - FT 40 Hours Monday - Friday 7am - 3pm -YAS Fountain

Social Worker - LMSW

Social Worker (LCSW)

Older Adult Psychiatric Inpatient Clinician (LPC or LMSW OK)

Associate Director of Accessibility

Clinical Social Worker

LCSW - Outpatient Psychiatry

Direct Support Professional (Part-Time 1st)

Social Worker - Psych

LIFE SKILLS COACH (FULL-TIME)

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