Residential Program Worker- Monroe, CT Full Time

Oak Hill is seeking a highly motivated and dynamic Residential Program Worker (RPW) to provide direct support to individuals with Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities. This person will inspire others and make a life changing impact while achieving professional growth and personal fulfillment. Oak Hill sets the standard, partnering with people with disabilities, to provide services and solutions promoting independence, education, health, and dignity. This role will help expand Oak Hill’s ability to identify and address diverse needs within the community. Along with the individuals we serve, Oak Hill is committed to empowering our staff. When you join our team as an RPW, our team will support you to reach your career goals. We offer professional development, tuition reimbursement, and career pathways that allow you to develop your career while an Oak Hill employee.

Join our team as a Direct Care Professional in Monroe, CT!

About Oak Hill

At Oak Hill, we set the standard in partnering with people with disabilities to provide services and solutions that promote independence, education, health, and dignity. We are committed to empowering our staff and supporting their career goals through professional development and career pathways.

Schedule: Sunday through Thursday 11:00 PM until 7:00 AM

Compensation: Base Rate- 18.50.hr, plus applicable shift differentials

Union Position: Yes

Job Description

Oak Hill is on the lookout for passionate and dedicated Residential Program Workers (RPWs) to join our team. As an RPW, you will provide essential support to individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities in our group homes located in Monroe, Oxford, Shelton, and Ansonia. This role is not just a job; it's an opportunity to inspire and make a significant impact on the lives of others while achieving your own professional growth and personal fulfillment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personalized care based on individual needs, including personal hygiene, household tasks, appointment transportation, vocational services, community activities, and supervision.
• Accurately collect, record, and chart data in compliance with Oak Hill’s policies, procedures, and licensing regulations.
• Assist with personal hygiene tasks to ensure participants' cleanliness, comfort, and well-being.
• Encourage and support self-administration of medications, administer medications, and document any errors.
• Apply emergency first aid and CPR procedures as needed.
• Prepare materials for participant-related activities or projects.
  
  

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• At least 18 years old
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to attend a 5-day orientation in Hartford, CT
• Priority given to applicants with 3 months of direct care experience in a group home setting
  
  

Benefits

• Excellent professional development opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Clear career pathways
• Staff recognition and appreciation programs
• Paid training, education, and certification (including CPR training)
  
  

Equal Opportunity Employer

We support equality and advancement for all individuals based on their qualifications and actions, without regard to color, gender, age, religion, national origin, or disability.

We support equality for and advancement of all people, based on their qualifications and actions alone, without regard to color, gender, age, religion, national origin or disability.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

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