What are the responsibilities and job description for the DDS Direct Support Staff position at BUTLER RESCUE HANDS, INC?
DDS IHS Support Staff – Autism Experience Required
Butler Rescue Hands, Inc.
Location: Norwalk, CT
Pay: $22.50 per hour mileage reimbursement
Schedule: Monday, Wednesday & Friday, 9:00 AM–1:00 PM
Hours: Approximately 12 hours per week
Position: Part-Time / Per Diem
Butler Rescue Hands, Inc. is seeking a dependable, patient, and experienced Individual Home Supports (IHS) staff member to support a female individual receiving Connecticut DDS services in Norwalk, CT.
We are looking for someone with strong experience supporting individuals with autism, behavioral needs, redirection, and community integration. This is not a traditional home-care assignment. The focus is on promoting independence, skill development, appropriate community participation, and person-centered support.
Responsibilities
- Provide Individual Home Supports (IHS) according to the individual’s DDS service plan
- Assist with developing and maintaining daily living and independence skills
- Provide appropriate prompting, cueing, redirection, and behavioral support
- Utilize calm and effective de-escalation techniques when needed
- Encourage communication, choice, independence, and community participation
- Transport the individual to community outings, activities, and other approved destinations
- Maintain appropriate professional boundaries
- Follow established routines, behavioral strategies, and safety guidelines
- Complete all required service documentation and progress notes accurately and on time
- Communicate concerns or changes appropriately with Butler Rescue Hands management
Required Qualifications
- Previous experience supporting individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Strong background in redirection, behavioral support, and de-escalation
- Experience working with individuals receiving Connecticut DDS services strongly preferred
- Current CPR/First Aid certification
- Required DDS credentials and training, including applicable DDS Orientation and Autism training
- Ability to successfully complete all required DDS and agency background checks
- Valid driver’s license
- Reliable and insured personal vehicle required
- Must be comfortable transporting the individual for community-based activities
- Dependable attendance and ability to consistently work the assigned schedule
- Patient, professional, compassionate, and able to maintain appropriate boundaries
Compensation
$22.50 per hour
Mileage reimbursement is provided for approved mileage while transporting the individual for authorized community outings and activities.
Schedule
Monday, Wednesday & Friday
9:00 AM–1:00 PM
Approximately 12 hours per week
Applicants must be able to reliably commit to the assigned days and hours.
About Butler Rescue Hands, Inc.
Butler Rescue Hands, Inc. provides person-centered home and community-based services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our goal is to promote independence, meaningful community participation, safety, and quality of life while respecting each individual’s unique needs, abilities, and choices.
Butler Rescue Hands, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Pay: $22.50 - $23.50 per hour
Benefits:
- 403(b) matching
- Flexible schedule
- Mileage reimbursement
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
Work Location: In person
Salary : $23 - $24