Direct Support Professional/ GSE Job Coach

Easter Seal Rehabilitation Center•Waterbury, CT

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About The Position

Easterseals’ mission is to change the way the world defines and views disabilities by making profound, positive differences in people’s lives every day. Easterseals endeavors to offer services and programs that assist and empower those with disability related needs. We serve children and adults with disabilities as well as their families and caregivers. Our staff work with individuals to help them overcome challenges, achieve personal goals and live to their fullest potential. Under the supervision of the department Manager, Direct Support Professionals are primary implementers of our organization’s services, working on the front lines in our communities. As our professional representatives in the field, we view their roles as particularly critical to the overall success of the programs we provide. The DSP provides comprehensive direct supports that empowers individuals to be as independent and successful in their vocational goals and/or life skills. The DSP provides hands-on support in the instruction and development of vocational and daily living skills based upon the individual’s need. The DSP/GSE Job Coach may be assigned at any time to any department within Employment and Community Services, i.e. Day Services Program (DSO), Group Supported Employment (GSE), Transitional Services.

Requirements

Valid driver’s license, good driving record as deemed by the agency’s liability broker. Will be required to drive company van as needed to transport Individuals served.
Certification of CPR & First Aid, PMT, and all other required state trainings within required timeframe.
Eligible to obtain PSL based upon program needs.
Eligible to obtain DDS medication certification based upon program needs.
Clear and effective communication skills.
Excellent problem-solving skills.
Self-directed who can prioritize workload.
Knowledge of Microsoft Suite, i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Yammer, Email.
High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Nice To Haves

Associates Degree strongly preferred.
One (1) year of relevant work experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Works directly with the individuals in a variety of employment settings and/or program models designed to address their program needs and life goals.
Assumes responsibility for the input and implementation of individualized treatment plan goals, Behavior Support Plan, medical/health protocols, teaching strategies, and reporting assignments by participating as a member of each individual’s interdisciplinary treatment teams.
Provides on-site employment and life skills training. Maintains on-site support to individuals and serves in a liaison role in the community.
Assists individuals in making personal choices and accessing community activities.
Develops and expands community relationships to provide opportunities for increased independence.
Provides transportation as assigned.
Assists with personal care such as eating, toileting, and dressing as prescribed.
Successfully completes all professional development and training requirements as identified by the vocational program and Easterseals.
Teaches and enforces safety practices.
Completes all required documentation i.e. Therap, binders, emails.
Provides janitorial duties as needed (in fulfillment of contractual requirements) i.e. vacuuming, trash removal, bathroom cleaning, mopping, dusting, etc.
Attends all required agency, department, state, accreditation trainings and meetings as assigned.
Performs other related duties as required.