EES - Direct Support Professional - Employment Services

CCARC Inc•Berlin, CT

11h

About The Position

The Direct Support Professional in Employment Services provides direct instructional support to individuals employed in the community and to unemployed individuals exploring the world of work. The role delivers curriculum-based lessons and community experiences that support career exploration, community building, employment retention, and ongoing skills development and maintenance. Work schedules are determined by the schedules of the people being supported. The position is 30 hours per week and requires flexible hours and weekend availability, which may include evenings. The position also provides transportation for community experiences using an ACCARC vehicle, maintains accurate records and attendance, participates in Individual Plan and other caseload-related meetings, and communicates regularly with the director or designee. The employee develops cooperative relationships with community organizations, venues, and businesses to create meaningful inclusion, job-placement, and volunteer opportunities.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 1 year of experience working with individuals with disabilities.
Valid driver's license and ability to be insured by the agency's carrier.
Complete the agency's employee training.
Complete required training and certifications, including customized employment, CPR, first aid, PMT (Psychological/Physical Management Training), and DDS medication administration.
Possess the physical and emotional health needed to perform the duties effectively and efficiently.
Ability to walk, stand, or sit for more than 4 hours at a time; stoop, twist, and/or bend at the waist; lift above the head; and lift more than 50 pounds when necessary.
Ability to work safely indoors and outdoors, including in hot, cold, and slippery conditions.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Microsoft products, email, and Therap.

Responsibilities

Provide job upkeep and enhancement support for individuals employed in the community, including support toward certifications, upward mobility, additional career opportunities, soft skills, and assistive technology assessments.
Provide job maintenance support, including delivering curriculum-based lessons, to individuals employed in the community.
Provide job exploration opportunities and curriculum-based lessons to unemployed individuals.
Transport individuals to community experiences using an ACCARC vehicle.
Maintain accurate and comprehensive data, including daily data collection, reports, and attendance.
Attend and participate in Individual Plan meetings and other meetings related to the assigned caseload, and provide relevant information.
Develop and maintain cooperative relationships with community organizations, venues, and businesses to provide opportunities for inclusion, job placements, and volunteering.
Maintain regular communication with the director or designee regarding individuals, concerns, and updates.
Maintain good daily attendance.
Work cooperatively and flexibly as a team member, and work responsibly when alone.
Maintain all annual trainings and certifications.
Complete other tasks assigned by the department director.