DSP - Residential PT, Tue + Thurs 2pm-6pm and Sat 10am-2pm

Marc, Inc. of Manchester • Manchester, CT

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About The Position

MARC, Inc. is seeking dependable Direct Support Professionals for our Residential Department who will be responsible for assisting persons with developmental disabilities in their daily activities including taking care of their home, finances, proper nutrition, and medical needs to the best of their ability. They will develop natural supports and assist individuals with personal growth and reaching their goals. The ideal candidate will have compassion, previous experience assisting adults with special needs, strong interpersonal and communication skills, as well as good judgment. This is a part-time position with flexible hours to include nights and weekends.

Requirements

• Must have a valid CT Driver's License and vehicle with current CT registration and insurance, as driving is a requirement of the position.
• Must have a High School Diploma.
• CPR, First Aid, PMT and Med Certification are preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience assisting adults with special needs.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Good judgment.

Responsibilities

• Provides both staff and natural supports to and implements services for each person served.
• Ensures each person served becomes involved in their community utilizing natural supports.
• Support each person served in taking care of their home, finances, proper nutrition, and medical needs to the best of their ability.
• Work with the Group Home Manager on goals of people served.
• Ensures residential settings according to the physical standards at all times.
• Ensures that all persons served are accorded all their rights and responsibilities and are free from abuse or neglect.
• Ensures confidentiality and demonstrates positive attitude and behavior at all times so as to provide an appropriate role model for others.
• Attends all applicable MARC training sessions including CPR, First Aid, PMT, and Medication Certification. All trainings must be completed within six months of hire date or termination will follow. All trainings must be kept current.
• Transports persons served in either an agency vehicle or a personal vehicle whenever necessary.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Social Assistance
• Education Level: High school or GED