What are the responsibilities and job description for the Caregiving Professional position at Nonotuck Resource Associates Inc?
Overview
Navigating a fulfilling career in direct support can be a transformative experience. At Nonotuck Resource Associates Inc, we're committed to providing personalized supports to individuals with disabilities, empowering them to thrive in their communities. Our team of dedicated professionals is united by a shared vision: to foster meaningful relationships and promote independence.
About Us
We believe in the power of life sharing, where caring providers open their hearts, minds, and homes to individuals with unique needs. Since 1972, our community-based agency has been delivering high-quality services that cater to each person's strengths and goals. We take pride in matching our members with compassionate caregivers who share our values and are passionate about making a difference.
Job Description
This is an exceptional opportunity to join our team as a Direct Care Professional. As a key member of our support network, you'll play a vital role in helping individuals achieve their full potential. Your responsibilities will include:
Key Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Navigating a fulfilling career in direct support can be a transformative experience. At Nonotuck Resource Associates Inc, we're committed to providing personalized supports to individuals with disabilities, empowering them to thrive in their communities. Our team of dedicated professionals is united by a shared vision: to foster meaningful relationships and promote independence.
About Us
We believe in the power of life sharing, where caring providers open their hearts, minds, and homes to individuals with unique needs. Since 1972, our community-based agency has been delivering high-quality services that cater to each person's strengths and goals. We take pride in matching our members with compassionate caregivers who share our values and are passionate about making a difference.
Job Description
This is an exceptional opportunity to join our team as a Direct Care Professional. As a key member of our support network, you'll play a vital role in helping individuals achieve their full potential. Your responsibilities will include:
- Developing a deep understanding of each person's strengths, needs, and goals.
- Assisting individuals in articulating and achieving their desires.
- SUPPORTING ambulatory needs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Individual Support
- Understand each person supported, their unique strengths, needs, goals, and desires.
- Assist individuals in articulating and achieving their needs, goals, and desires.
- Assist with ambulatory needs.
- Community Integration
- Support individuals in developing a full community-based daytime life.
- Promote and support community engagement and participation.
- Positive Image and Relationships
- Support individuals in presenting a positive image of themselves and the program.
- Assist individuals in developing long-lasting and meaningful relationships.
- Community Activities
- Assist individuals in participating in community activities.
- Individual Service Plan (ISP)
- Complete Individual Service Plan goals and activities.
- Monitor and provide assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADL) as needed.
- Team Collaboration
- Work closely with Program Director, Assistant Program Directors, and Care Managers.
- Flexibility and Ongoing Education
- Perform any duties deemed essential to support the agency.
- Ability to drive a motor vehicle to the home(s) of people served.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- CNA & SUD experience preferred.
- Previous experience in direct care or related field preferred.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Empathy, patience, and commitment to promoting independence.
- Background check required.
- Valid driver's license with excellent RMV record.
