Job Details
Description:
Our In-Home Support Specialists are committed to facilitate, model, and build skills that will lead to the optimal independence of the people we support.
Essential Functions:
+ Daily activities such as meal preparation and planning
+ Personal care
+ Facilitating community involvement by accompanying individuals on outings in the community
+ Providing transportation to recreational and community activities
+ Supporting therapeutic and behavioral plans
Expectations:
+ Demonstrates a positive work ethic.
+ Can work with limited supervision.
+ Advocates for and protects participants' rights in accordance with Arc policies and procedures.
+ Treats all individuals in an age-appropriate manner, with respect and dignity, and to encourage opportunities that promote choice.
+ Maintains a mature and positive attitude when dealing with program participants, staff, families, the public and outside representatives.
+ Works with a spirit of cooperation with all departments.
+ Carries out all job responsibilities in a professional manner.
+ Attends all agency staff meetings and training sessions.
+ Maintains attendance. Adheres to policies on attendance, days of absence, and illness.
+ Keeps supervisor informed of any significant events or the need to modify any area of the operation/activity.
+ Serves as a positive and appropriate role model for program participants.
+ Provides advocacy for participants based on their personal choice and their individual plan.
+ Develops and maintains positive relationships with participants, their families, and providers.
+ Responds to need of participants, families, and providers in a timely and professional manner.
+ Possesses a valid driver's license, privately owned vehicle, and evidence of insurance.
Minimum Qualifications:
+ Prior experience working with people who have developmental and physical disabilities preferred.
+ Must have the ability to mentor and assist people in all areas of life skills including recreation, independence, communication, and health
+ Valid driver's license required.
+ High School Diploma or GED
+ Applicants must possess basic computer aptitude and be able to speak/write in English.
Schedule:
Monday and Wednesday 8am-2pm
Work Location:
Danielson, CT
Highlights:
+ Appreciate paid training while you get state certified.
+ Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
+ Eleven recognized holidays off and paid each year.
+ Earn paid vacation and paid sick leave.
+ We can start you working and earning towards your employment goal.
Opportunities for advancement are offered.
Helping others is a reward that will stay with you the rest of your life.
The Arc Eastern Connecticut is an Equal Opportunity Employer.