Direct Support Professional Float

Lumibility•Wallingford, CT

9h•Hybrid

About The Position

Lumibility is a person-centered agency serving all individuals with intellectual and/or developmental delays. We provide in-home, day support, transitional, and employment services to adults ages 21 and older, and have been a leading provider of human services throughout various towns in Connecticut since 1957. The Direct Support Professional will provide supervision, support, and training to people with differing abilities in a day program setting. We are looking for an individual who can provide the environment and supports necessary to promote appropriate social skills and positive behaviors that will enhance skills, transform lives, and foster community presence and participation.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Must be over 18.
Possess a valid CT driver’s license.
Have an acceptable driving history.
Utilize your own vehicle for Lumibility business as defined by Lumibility’s policy.
Must be able to sit, stand and walk at an assigned location(s) and work for extended periods of time.
Must be able to bend/stoop, kneel and balance frequently.
Must be able to climb, reach above shoulder level.
Must be able to push/pull, squat and crouch occasionally.
Must be able to, with assistance, lift, carry and position individuals of various weight.
Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally.

Nice To Haves

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred.
Knowledge of learning and behavioral processes helpful.
Knowledge of person-centered, outcome-based services for people with differing abilities, company policies and procedures, applicable regulatory standards and community resources.
Effectively write and communicate in a courteous and professional manner.
Ability to problem-solve effectively.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to use adaptive and other equipment.

Responsibilities

Provide supervision, support, and training to people with differing abilities in a day program setting.
Provide the environment and supports necessary to promote appropriate social skills and positive behaviors.
Enhance skills, transform lives, and foster community presence and participation.
Implement programs & activities as outlined in the individual support plan.
Attend to the physical and personal needs of adults with differing abilities.
Drive multi-passenger vehicles for extended periods throughout the day.