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Senior DSP Aide responsibilities include the following:
- Sunday- Thursday 3-11pm 40 hours a week.
- Be responsible for the welfare and safety of the individuals during a shift.
- Complete a variety of programs with individuals designed to support them to live as independently as possible.
- Adhere to the steps of written guidelines, programs, and Behavior Support Plan.
- Assist House Manager with completing a variety of tasks to maintain the home and to meet the standards of both Opportunity House and the Department of Developmental Services.
- Collect and record reliable data as required for all individuals household programs.
- Supervise part time staff on shift in the absence of House Manager.
- Write the schedule in the absence of the House Manager.
- Administer medication per physician orders.
- Attend in - service trainings sessions according to DDS regulations.
Qualifications:
- A high school diploma and CT drivers license is required.
- Department of Developmental Services Medication Administration Certification is required- Do not apply if you do not possess this certification.
- Must be current with PMT, CPR & First Aid - required.
- Experience in Working with people with autism or developmental disabilities preferred.
- Must have experience working in a group home.
- Only Applicants possessing these skills should apply and indicate on your resume.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.85 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- autism: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Drivers license (Required)
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
- First Aid Certification (Preferred)
- PMT (Preferred)
- DDS Med Certification (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22