What are the responsibilities and job description for the Specialized Direct Support Professional position at Upper Valley Services?
Upper Valley Services (UVS) is one of Vermont’s designated non-profit agencies serving people with developmental disabilities and adults who are eligible for Adult Family Care.
UVS is seeking skilled staff to provide direct support to an individual living in the Bradford area. The individual enjoys art, listening to music, playing video games, reading, and doing crafts. Required support includes assistance to maintain health, safety, and well-being, providing necessary therapeutic supports, communicating wants/needs effectively, engaging in the community to explore interests and foster relationships, and increasing independent living skills.
Training and shadowing opportunities will be provided, including de-escalation techniques and Therapeutic Options.
The ideal candidate must be able to:
- Remain calm in difficult situations.
- Support an individual with complex developmental disability, behavioral, and mental health needs.
- Demonstrate strong communication and teamwork skills.
Candidates will undergo a background check, must have a valid driver's license, reliable transportation and auto insurance.
A $500 hiring bonus will be offered to the selected candidate at the time of hire and another $500 bonus after successfully completing 6 consecutive months in the position.
Benefits:
- Delta Dental
- CBA Blue
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
- Growth and Development
- Wellness Program
- Auto Repair Program
EEO Statement:
It is the policy of UVS to insure, in compliance with and to the limits of federal and state laws, that all employment decisions and actions are made without regard to religion, gender, race, color, national origin, ancestry, place of birth, age, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, veteran status, physical or mental disability, having a positive test result on an HIV related blood test or any other legally protected classification. If an individual with a disability requires a reasonable accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of his or her position or job for which he or she has applied, upon request, UVS will provide such accommodation in compliance with state and federal laws.