What are the responsibilities and job description for the Independent Living Direct Support Professional- Nantucket position at COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS INC?
Community Connections Inc. is looking for Direct Support Professionals to join our Supported Living Services team based in Nantucket, MA. As a Direct Support Professional you will support individuals with disabilities by developing ISPs, managing case records, and completing health and safety documentation. You will partner with Community Connections as an advocate for program members to live independently and integrate into community life. We are looking for a Case Manager with a commitment to advocacy, promoting accessibility and serving the community.
What you'll do as a Direct Support Professional:
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Develop and expand opportunities for community integration and participation to address personas served social and recreational interests
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Assist in completing the ISP process for DDS funded individuals
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Respond to emergency needs of individuals
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Oversee financial budgets, balance check books, bank deposit, timely payment of bills of persons on assigned caseload
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Attend meetings with various agencies to address the needs of individuals
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Ensure and safeguard CCI program members’ dignity, rights, and liberties.
What you'll need to be a Direct Support Professional:
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High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
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Bachelor’s Degree in human service related field preferred
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1 years experience and/or training working with individuals with disabilities
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1 years experience in case management
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Valid driver's license, access to a motor vehicle, and satisfactory driving record
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Ability to work a flexible schedule
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Strong written and verbal communication skills
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Demonstrated ability to work independently
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Strong computer and word processing skills
Who you are as a Direct Support Professional:
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An advocate for individuals with disabilities
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Someone who is a team player but can succeed independently as well
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Someone who is able to work flexible hours
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Someone with an attention to detail
What Community Connections Can Provide You:
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Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO Health Insurance
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Blue Cross Blue Shield MA Dental Blue
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Blue Cross Blue Shield Blue 20/20 Vision Insurance
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Flexible Spending Account
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PTO: 9 Paid Holidays, 10 Vacation days, 3 Personal days
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Employer paid Group Life/AD&D Insurance
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Employer Paid Long Term Disability Insurance
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403b Retirement Plan with Discretionary Employer Match
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A workplace with both heart and soul
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Personal and professional development
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The opportunity to positively impact the lives of the individuals we serve
Community Connections Inc. is an EEO employer, disability and veterans.
For a current list of all of our career opportunities please visit https://communityconnectionsinc.org/careers