Direct Support Professional - Naugatuck - Ices

    Ices
    Ices Naugatuck

    5 days ago

    Part time
    Description

    Rewarding Longevity Incentives Await

    Join our team and earn a $500 longevity incentive after just one year of employment But that's not all—your loyalty pays off even more over time, as your longevity incentives will grow the longer, you're with us. We're proud to reward not only exceptional performance but also the dedication of our team members as they thrive and grow within our agency. Don't wait—apply today and take the first step toward joining a team that truly values and rewards its people

    Company Summary:

    Since 1998, ICES Inc. is a human services company serving individuals with cognitive disorders, mental illness, and those on the autistic spectrum. Our caring human service professionals focus on the individuals' strengths to make the most of valuable community resources while promoting respect and dignity. We serve individuals in private residences, respite facilities, emergency placements, community work sites, training centers, supervised living arrangements, and our own state-licensed group homes.

    High-Level Description:

    Our Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) are an extremely important role in our company as they work directly with our individuals, ensuring they can lead their best lives and can be successful in both our Residential and Vocational settings. DSPs report to either a Residential Program Manager or Vocational Manager, depending on placement, and the role has advancement opportunities to increase responsibilities and pay.

    Job Responsibilities:

    Individuals Direct Care/Oversight:

    • Ensure the needs of the individuals are met consistently and in accordance with the individuals' plan so they can live their best lives. This includes but is not limited to medical / behavioral appointments, job skills /vocational needs, daily living skills, financial, transportation, etc.
    • Maintain and update individuals' plans as needed in accordance with state and agency requirements
    • Responsible for daily housekeeping tasks and daily upkeep of the individual's home and/ or work environment
    • Provide safe transportation of individual(s). Ensure agency vehicles are maintained and required documentation is completed timely
    • Administer medication and implement delegated responsibilities ordered by licensed medical personnel (Med Certification Required

    Business Partner Relationships and Communications:

    • Communicate regularly to management team on individual's performance, successes, and issues
    • Actively participate on the Interdisciplinary Team which is focused on development and implementation of the Individual Plan for the individuals entrusted to our care
    • Partner with other DSPs and administrative team members to share expertise and insights
    • Identify and participate in projects / initiatives that contribute to long-term excellence and individuals' growth
    • Develop understanding of the workings of each department that interact with individuals

    Required Trainings and Certifications:

    This position requires specific training requirements / certifications that must be always maintained including but not limited to:

    • DDS Med Certification (within first 6 months of employment)
    • CPR
    • PMT
    • Human Rights and Neglect
    • Attendance at Mandatory Staff Meetings

    Other Position Related Information:

    This position is considered essential staff and is critical towards the care of our individuals

    • This position has physical demands associated including:
    • Standing,walking,andsitting
    • Occasional lifting (up to 25 pounds)
    • This position may require employees to work outside

    Qualifications

    • Knowledge and understanding of Intellectual Developmental Disabilities
    • Must be at least 18 years old
    • Highschool diploma or GED
    • Valid Drivers License
    • Must be able to successfully demonstrate and use smartphone, tablets, and computers

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