Status: Hourly: Full-Time/Part-Time Per Diem

Please see hours and locations below:

• DSP I $18.83
• DSP II $19.55 (Must hold an active & valid Med Certification, must complete a pass and pour upon hire with Continuum to transition to DSP II title and rate change)
• DSP- Community Intergration Program $19.55 ( This position requires travel and employee to must have a vehicle)

Department: Developmental Disabilities Services ( DSP I & II)

Scope of Service: The Direct Support Professional is responsible for a variety of duties related to the overall care of the individuals with Intellectual Disabilities, enabling each person to live a valued and meaningful life. Support and care shall be delivered in the most respectful and dignified manner. The DSP assists each individual to live in a home of their own, develop and support reciprocal relationships, and become part of their community. The DSP supports individuals to learn and enhance activities of daily living, fosters involvement in social and community activities, and supports personal care needs as required. Performs other duties as assigned.

Scope of Service: The Direct Support Professional- CIP is responsible for a variety of duties related to the overall care of the individuals with Intellectual Disabilities, enabling each person to live a valued and meaningful life. Support and care shall be delivered in the most respectful and dignified manner in community settings. The DSP aassists each individual to live in a home of their own, develop and support reciprocal relationships, and become part of their community. The DSP supports individuals to learn and enhance activities of daily living, fosters involvement in social and community activities and supports personal care needs as required. Performs other duties as assigned.

Client Care

• Establishes rapport and positive working relationships with individuals while maintaining professional ethical standards and boundaries.
• Demonstrates sensitivity and commitment to individuals, treating each person with respect and dignity.
• Provides face-to-face hands-on support enabling individuals to maintain living in their apartment/home, including activities of daily living, personal care, and other activities which promote healthy living.
• Delivers services in accordance with individual plan (IP) and positive behavioral programming, as applicable
• Encourages the use of natural supports, and fosters involvement in social and community activities while maintaining personal safety.
• Provides supportive companionship and problem-solving-oriented discussions.
• Supports individuals to engage in routine medical, psychological, dental appointments, personal business, and other appointments as identified.
• Provides individuals access to community resources through transportation.
• Provides input in Individual Plan development, supporting individuals to achieve aspirations and goals.
• Works with community providers for quality care of individuals.
• Responsible for assigned data input with Therap or designated electronic systems.
• Tracks and reports daily data for identified IP teaching, ADL strategies, behavioral, and medical needs.
• Attends and participates in staff and other designated meetings.
• Completes other client care tasks as assigned.

Environmental Responsibilities

• Maintains a clean, well-organized work environment, including general office maintenance, vehicle and other health & safety inspections.
• Conducts and participates in fire and emergency evacuation drills, and reviews the emergency preparedness plan as outlined in DDS and COC policy.
• Ensures all egresses and walkways are clear to support workplace safety.
• Participates in property up-keep and sanitation of medication areas, common areas, kitchens, bathrooms, bedrooms, etc. as applicable to program site.
• Notifies supervisor of any maintenance and/or safety issues and generates work orders as needed.
• Remains awake on all shifts to maintain the security and safety of the individuals served.
• Completes other designated environmental tasks as assigned.

Quality Assurance – Chart Documentation and Professional Development

• Adheres to policies and practices as outlined in the staff handbook and program operations manual.
• Consistently works in a respectful, constructive, and cooperative manner.
• Upholds all Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations and secures all necessary releases of information for outside communication.
• Models culturally competent behavior interacting with individuals, providers, and fellow staff.
• Participates in agency committee work when available or as permitted.
• Completes all trainings as required per DDS regulations and assigned by Continuum.
• Attends agency sponsored in-services, trainings, and meetings.
• Participates in supervision.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Associates preferred. High School Diploma or equivalent considered with relevant experience in a related human service field.
• Valid Connecticut Driver’s license with clean driving record is required.
• Certification as a Direct Support Professional preferred
• Completion of certifications of CPR & First Aid, PMT, and all others required through DDS and COC.
• Computer skills required to navigate agency electronic record, access email, and complete documentation.
• Available to work evenings, weekends, and overnights as required.

Benham - Hamden, CT:

• PT 16 Hours Sat/Sun 7AM-3PM
• FT 40 Hours Mon - Fri 1PM-9PM
• PT 24 Hours Tue - Thu 3PM-11PM
• PT 16 Hours Fri/Sat 2PM-10PM
• FT 40 Hours Mon - Fri 1PM-9PM
• PT 20 Hours Overnight Fri/Sat 11PM-9AM

Heathridge - Hamden, CT:

• FT 40 Hours Sunday - Thursday 3PM-11PM

Batter Terrace - New Haven, CT:

• PT 26 Hours Thursday 11PM-9AM & Fri/Sat 11PM-7AM
• PT 16 Hours Sunday & Monday 3PM-11PM (2 Positions)
• PT 16 Hours Sunday & Monday 7AM-3PM
• FT 40 Hours Tuesday - Saturday 7AM-3PM
• FT 40 Hours Tuesday - Saturday 3PM-11PM (2 Positions)
• PT 24 Hours Saturday - Monday 3PM-11PM
• PT 16 Hours Friday & Saturday 11PM-7AM
• PT 16 Hours Sunday/Monday 7AM-3PM

Whitney - New Haven, CT:

• PT 16 Hours Friday & Saturday 3PM-11PM

Millbrook - Southington, CT:

• PT 24 Hours Monday, Friday, Saturday 7AM-3PM
• PT 16 Hours Friday/Saturday 11PM-7AM

Mount Vernon - Southington, CT:

• PT 16 Hours Overnight Fri & Sat 11PM-7AM
• PT 18 Hours Sunday - Tuesday 3PM-9PM
• PT 8 Hours Monday 3PM-11PM
• PT 8 Hours Saturday 7AM-3PM

Collindale - Meriden, CT:

• PT 16 Hours Overnight Friday & Saturday 11PM-7AM
• PT 8 Hours Monday 2PM-10PM

Marion Avenue - Plantsville, CT:

• PT 13 Hours Saturday 2PM-7PM & Sunday 2PM-10PM
• FT 40 Hours Sun 3PM-11PM, Tue 3PM-11PM & Thu-Sat 3PM-11PM
• PT 12 Hours Sunday 8AM-2PM & Saturday 8AM-2PM
• FT 40 Hours Mon 7AM-11AM, Tue 7AM-3PM, Wed 7AM - 11AM (Split Shift) 3PM-9PM, Thu 7AM-3PM & Fri 7AM-11AM (Split Shift) 2PM-8PM
• PT 24 Hours Sun 7AM-3PM, Mon 7AM-3PM & Sat 7AM-3PM
• PT 12 Hours Sun 8AM-2PM & Sat 8AM-2PM

Red Fox Run - Wolcott, CT:

• FT 40 Hours Tuesday - Saturday 2PM-10PM
• FT 40 Hours Sunday - Thursday 3PM-11PM
• FT 40 Hours Monday - Friday 7AM-3PM
• PT 24 Hours Friday - Sunday 3PM-11PM
• PT 32 Hours Fri - Sun 1PM-9PM & Mon 2PM-10PM
• PT 8-16 Hours Sat 7AM-3PM & Every other Wednesday Sun 2PM-10PM
• PT 8-16 Hours Sat 7AM-3PM & Every other Sunday 7AM-3PM

South Colony - Meriden, CT:

• PT 22 Hours Monday 3PM-10PM, Friday 3PM-11PM, Saturday 3PM-10PM
• PT 15 Hours Saturday 7AM-3PM & Friday 3PM-10PM

Middletown CRS - Middletown, CT:

• FT 40 Hours Sunday - Thursday 2PM-10PM
• PT 16 Hours Friday/Saturday 2PM-10PM
• PT 12 Hours Saturday/Sunday 8AM-2PM
• PT 24 Hours Monday - Thursday 3PM-9PM

Meriden CRS - Meriden, CT:

• PT 14 Hours Saturday 3PM-9PM & Sunday 3PM-11PM