Direct Support Staff (Home Care)

Perfect Care Inc.•New London, CT

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for home care services in New London, CT. The role involves providing Recovery Assistant services to participants in their homes and community settings. These services are designed to help individuals with physical or psychiatric disabilities perform daily tasks, engage in activities, avoid risky behaviors, and achieve greater independence and community re-integration.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years old.
Possess at least a high school diploma or GED.
Possess a valid Connecticut driver's license or state-issued identification card.
Be registered with the Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) as having completed an approved Recovery Assistant training program.
Have a Criminal Background check conducted within six months of application.
Meet any continuing education and/or training requirements set by DMHAS.

Responsibilities

Provide Recovery Assistant services of at least 15-minutes duration in the participant's home and community settings.
Assist or cue participants with meal planning, preparation, shopping, housekeeping, and basic household tasks.
Assist or cue participants with personal grooming and hygiene, including bathing, dressing, and oral care.
Ensure appropriate use of emergency medical services.
Assist or cue participants in engaging with family, social, and recreational activities.
Guide participants in the appropriate use of natural community supports and routine medical/dental services.
Support participants in the use of medications as prescribed and in self-administration of medications.
Promote healthy habits, including diet, exercise, and stress-alleviating behaviors.
Assist participants in fulfilling personal commitments and adhering to scheduled appointments.
Assist or cue participants to avoid risky behaviors, substance abuse, overspending, and unnecessary conflicts.
Engage in supportive and problem-solving discussions with the participant.
Establish and maintain a helpful, supportive, companionship relationship with the participant.
Escort participants to necessary medical, dental, or personal business appointments.
Engage in activities such as reading, discussing recreational activities, or hobbies with the participant.
Participate in waiver Recovery Plan development and quarterly Recovery Plan update meetings if requested.
Travel with a participant when engaged in a qualifying waiver service activity.