What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional position at Entrepreneur Connect Inc.?
Entrepreneur Connect Inc. is seeking Direct Support Professional (DSP) who are direct care staff for individuals with developmental/intellectual disabilities in the Berlin area. The DSP is an advocate for individuals served; communicating their needs, preferences, and fostering self-expression.
Duties include:
- Teaching skills to each person served to promote quality of life.
- Actively learning about the interests, support needs and skills of each person served through direct interaction, observation, insights of other staff team members, family members, etc.
- Establishing positive relationships with each person served, co- workers, family members and other people who are important in the individual’s life
- Providing assistance as appropriate to each individual in personal care and hygiene
- Working as team member to ensure household cleanliness and safety standards are in full compliance with DDS and R.M.S. requirements
- Correctly and accurately completing all required documentation
- Observing and monitoring each individual during each shift to identify any changes in health status or other concerns
- Providing safe transportation with an agency vehicle
Qualifications include:
- Valid CT Driver’s License, good driving record and available means of transportation
- High School diploma or GED
- Good communication skills, able to present information in a clear manner
- Knowledge of general computer use
- Ability to lift and transfer up to 30 pounds
- Experience working with autistic individuals is a plus
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $17.97 - $18.22 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
Language:
- English (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Berlin, CT 06037 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Berlin, CT 06037: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $18