TEMP Direct Support Specialist - PT 15h

Journey Found•Manchester, CT

4d•$20 - $0•Onsite

About The Position

Journey Found Inc. is seeking a Direct Support Specialist to assist individuals in our group homes. The mission of Journey Found Inc. is to provide behavioral, residential, and other support services to individuals of Connecticut with Pervasive Developmental Disorders and Intellectual Disabilities to enable them to become all they are capable of being. This is a part-time position with a schedule of Sunday-Tuesday from 3 PM to 8 PM.

Requirements

Must have at least a High School Diploma or its equivalent
Must have at least 3 years driving experience with a valid driver’s license
Behavioral Management Experience and/or formal training
Ability to communicate, both orally and in writing
Will be required to be PMT, CPR, FA and complete DDS Medication Administration Program (MAP)
Must be free from communicable disease

Nice To Haves

Experience preferred but not necessary--we train exceptional people to provide exceptional care.

Responsibilities

Supporting individuals with activities of daily living (getting dressed, cooking, cleaning, bathing, toileting etc.)
Transporting people
Organizing activities and community outings
Medication administration
Attending doctors’ appointments
Documenting Program Data
Teaching and engaging
Implementing good routines
Helping in decision making process
Grocery shopping and running errands
Deescalating situations and managing behaviors
Working as part of a collective team
Communicating professionally with Nurses, Clinical Staff, Directors and Supervisors