Intellectual Disability - Advanced Direct Support Professional

Keystone Human Services•Guilford, CT

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About The Position

Keystone Human Services is hiring Advanced Direct Support Professionals to provide individualized, person-directed support to adults with intellectual disabilities, mental health needs, and autism. The work focuses on inclusion and helping build communities where everyone can thrive and participate fully in society. The role supports adults by creating a healthy and engaging home setting, teaching and assisting with daily living skills, providing personal care, and advocating for the health and wellness of the people supported. Depending on the needs of the individual, the position may include administering medications, performing delegated nursing tasks, monitoring health conditions under a nurse’s supervision, responding to emergencies according to protocols, and implementing behavior support plans. The position supports individuals with a high level of need as defined by clinical and/or health care assessments. Full-time, part-time, and casual positions are available. The listed pay is $22.25 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least one year of work experience supporting individuals with challenging medical needs and/or behaviors, or with a dual diagnosis of intellectual disability and mental health needs.
Effective communication skills and proficient computer skills.
Successfully complete and maintain all required certifications and regulatory training, as well as additional specialized medical and/or behavioral health training as necessary.
Valid driver’s license.
Depending on the work location, may be required to have daily access to a privately maintained and insured vehicle.
Successfully complete the pre-employment process, including clearances and verifications.

Responsibilities

Create a healthy and engaging home setting for adults receiving support.
Teach and assist individuals with daily living skills.
Assist with personal care.
Advocate for the health and wellness of the people supported.
May administer medications and perform delegated nursing tasks.
Monitor health conditions under the supervision of a nurse.
Respond to emergencies by following protocols.
Implement behavior support plans.
Provide support to individuals with a high level of need, as defined by clinical and/or health care assessments.