Direct Support Professional

Lumibility•Branford, CT

22d•Onsite

About The Position

Lumibility’s Direct Support Professional provides supervision, support, and training to people with differing abilities in a day program setting. The role helps create an environment that promotes social skills, positive behaviors, skill development, community presence, and participation. The shift starts in Branford and then travels to the Westbrook Day Program. The position is based in Branford, pays $19.50 per hour, and is scheduled Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. for 40 hours per week. It is non-exempt. Lumibility is a person-centered organization that serves more than 1,200 children and adults. The organization was founded in 1957 by three families seeking resources and a voice for their children with intellectual and other disabilities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Be over 18 years old.
Hold a valid Connecticut driver’s license, have an acceptable driving history, and use a personal vehicle for Lumibility business as defined by company policy.
Ability to write and communicate effectively in a courteous and professional manner.
Ability to attend to the physical and personal needs of adults with differing abilities.
Ability to problem-solve effectively, maintain confidentiality, and use adaptive and other equipment.
Ability to meet the listed physical demands, including driving multi-passenger vehicles for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor’s degree in a related field.
Knowledge of learning and behavioral processes.
Knowledge of person-centered, outcome-based services for people with differing abilities, company policies and procedures, applicable regulatory standards, and community resources.
Skill in implementing programs and activities outlined in an individual support plan.

Responsibilities

Provide supervision, guidance, and instruction to individuals in assigned day service settings, including direct supervision, personal care, medication dispensing, behavioral interventions, help finding competitive employment, and employment training as needed.
Develop and implement person-centered activities that promote positive outcomes.
Maintain medical, social, and programmatic files by recording progress and documenting required information, including service goals, attendance, behavioral data, progress notes, and quarterly and annual reports.
Transport service participants in accordance with Lumibility’s safe-driving policies and practices.
Ensure individuals’ health, safety, and well-being in accordance with their individual service plans and agency policies and procedures.
Create and maintain positive relationships with service participants, families, coworkers, and community representatives.