What are the responsibilities and job description for the Individual Support DDS position at CTL?
Direct Support Specialist
Schedule: Monday-Friday: 3pm-6pm, Sunday: 9am-2pm.
- 18 yrs of age
- criminal background check
- registry check
- have ability to communicate effectively with the individual/family
- have ability to complete record keeping as required by the employer
Prior to being alone with the Individual:
- demonstrate competence in knowledge of DDS policies and procedures: abuse/neglect; incident reporting; client rights and confidentiality; handling fire and other emergencies, prevention of sexual abuse, knowledge of approved and prohibited physical management techniques
- demonstrate competence/knowledge in topics required to safely support the individual as described in the Individual Plan
- demonstrate competence, skills, abilities, education and/or experience necessary to achieve the specific training outcomes as described in the Individual Plan
- ability to participate as a member of the team if requested by the individual
- demonstrate understanding of Person Centered Planning
- demonstrate competence/knowledge in positive behavioral programming, working with individuals who experience moderate to severe psychological and psychiatric behavioral health needs and ability to properly implement behavioral support plans*
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
- 1st AID/CPR/AED Certification (Required)
Shift availability:
- Night Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Avon, CT 06001 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22
