What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional - Holmes position at Continuum of Care?
Job Title: Direct Support Professional- Holmes (DSP - Holmes)
Continuum offers excellent benefits, matching 401(k) plan, including a generous PTO package and 12 paid holidays compensated at Double Time!
Department: Mental Health Services
Scope of Service: The Direct Support Professional is responsible for a variety of duties related to the overall care of individuals with Intellectual and Mental Health Disabilities, enabling each person to live a valued and meaningful life. Support and care shall be delivered in the most respectful and dignified manner. The DSP assists each individual to live in a home of their own, develop and support reciprocal relationships, and become part of their community. The DSP supports individuals to learn and enhance activities of daily living, fosters involvement in social and community activities and supports personal care needs as required. Performs other duties as assigned. Veterans and those with disabilities are encouraged to apply. EOE
*DSP Baltic & Holmes position requires the employee to safely and accurately handle, assist, and document the self-administration of medication. Employees are trained by licensed medical professionals to demonstrate competency with medication assistance.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s or Associates preferred. High School Diploma or equivalent considered with relevant experience in a related human service field.
- A valid Connecticut Driver’s license with a clean driving record is required.
- Certification as a Direct Support Professional preferred.
- Completion of certifications of CPR & First Aid, PMT, Ukeru, and all others required through contracted agent and Continuum of Care.
- Computer skills required to navigate agency electronic record, access email, and complete documentation.
- Available to work evenings, weekends, and overnights as required.
Rates exclusively for the Holmes program:
FT/PT - First/Second/Third Shift: $22.60 Base Rate
Per Diem $18.83
Available Shifts: Middletown, CT
- PT 16 Hours Friday/Saturday 10pm - 6am
Continuum offers excellent benefits, matching 401(k) plan, including a generous PTO package and 12 paid holidays compensated at Double Time!
Hiring all Shifts FT/PT available, Middletown, CT
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary
Pay: $18.83 - $22.60 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Overnight shift
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Application Question(s):
- Have you ever been employed with Continuum of Care? If yes, which program were you hired to work?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Direct Care Support: 1 year (Preferred)
- Mental Health or Intellectual Disabilities: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- First Aid Certification (Preferred)
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19 - $23
