Multiple openings for direct support professional to provide individualize support in the Meriden area.

Shifts :

• Mon & Tues 4p-8p (Meriden)
• Mon, Tues, Wed 2p-6p (Meriden)
• Thurs, Fri, Sat 11p-8a (Meriden)
• Mon-Thurs 1p-4p (Meriden)
• Mon-Fri 3p-7p and Sat 10a-3p
• Mon, Wed, Fri 9a-2p and Tues, Thurs 9a-12p/4p-8p

Are you looking for a meaningful career? Do you enjoy making a difference in the lives of others?

Midstate Arc is a non-profit organization supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities. Employees enjoy a full benefit package; medical, dental, earned leave time, 401k retirement plan and much more. All applicants are subject to background screening.

Turn your passion into a career with MidState Arc. We value and support you! We offer:

• Free Medical Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Paid Trainings
• Professional Development
• Free Life Insurance
• 401k Retirement Planning
• Other Great Benefits

Rate: $20.00/hr Mileage Reimbursement

All applicants will be required to undergo background screening. Must be able to use personal transportation. Mileage Reimbursed

Essential Job Requirements
· Provides supports to individuals by assisting in the development and implementation of all support plans, including spiritual life supports, assisting individuals in achieving their personal goals and desires, providing interaction and choices for activities that support a meaningful day, and supporting individuals to be independent in activities of daily living;

· Behavior should be professional at all times and consistent with the MidState Arc, Inc. culture, mission, values, philosophy, and policies and procedures (as well as DDS policies and procedures) while empowering each individual to direct their own life choices;

· Assist individuals in maintaining safe and healthy lifestyles, and monitor for changes in their general health, appearance, behavior, and patterns of activities;

· Develops a relationship with the individuals served that is respectful and maintains professional boundaries;

· Reports and documents routine and unusual events including completing daily activity sheets, accident reports, case notes etc. in a concise, understandable, and legible manner, and meets Agency, federal, and state regulatory requirements;

· Responsible for monitoring and maintaining a clean, safe, and secure environment for individuals at all times, including but not limited to programs/residences and vehicles;

· Plan and support individuals in daily activities, which may include, but are not limited to, household chores, personal care, socialization, recreational activities, learning activities, physical fitness activities and money management;

· Other duties as required

Requirements
· Ability to obtain and utilize CPR, First Aid, & PMT within DDS guidelines and to remain in compliance throughout employment;

· Valid drivers license

· 2 years experience in field of Human Services;

· Must have the ability to work effectively and harmoniously with others; flexibility with respect to hours of work and changing conditions; be of good moral character; have an interest in the welfare of the individuals; have training and/or interest in the field of developmental disabilities; have a willingness/ability to communicate with and relate to individuals, parents, guardians, fellow staff, representatives of community agencies, and Agency management.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Night shift
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CT Driver's License (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person