Direct Support Professional
Continuum of Care
Norwich, CT, USA
30+ days ago
Full-time
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May be required to practice social distancing/universal precautions, wearing of masks regardless of vaccination status, including daily temperature checks.

Job Title: Direct Support Professional Hybrid, DSP - 1 & DSP - 2 (DSP 2 must be med certified and able to pass meds)

Status: Hourly: Full Time, Part Time, & Per Diem

Department: Developmental Disabilities Services

Scope of Service: The Direct Support Professional is responsible for a variety of duties related to the overall care of individuals with Intellectual Disabilities, enabling each person to live a valued and meaningful life. Support and care shall be delivered in the most respectful and dignified manner. The DSP assists each individual to live in a home of their own, develop and support reciprocal relationships, and become part of their community. The DSP supports individuals to learn and enhance activities of daily living, fosters involvement in social and community activities and supports personal care needs as required. CNA's and HHA's are encouraged to apply. Performs other duties as assigned. EOE.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor’s or Associate’s Degree preferred with minimum of one years’ experience, working in a related human services field. High School Diploma or equivalent considered with a minimum of three years’ experience working in the field.
  • Valid Connecticut Driver’s license with clean driving record is required.
  • Certification as a Direct Support Professional preferred
  • Completion of certifications of CPR & First Aid, PMT, and all others required through DDS and CoC.
  • Computer skills required to navigate agency electronic record, access email, and complete documentation.
  • Available to work evenings, weekends, and overnights as required.

Excellent benefits, PTO and generous matching 401 (k) plan

The following locations have vacant positions available:

Direct Support Professional 2-

Beaumont: Lebanon, CT

PT 16 Hours Saturday/Sunday 3PM-11PM

PT 16 Hours Saturday 7AM-11PM

PT 16 Hours Saturday/Sunday 8AM-4PM

PT Overnight 30 Hours Monday, Friday/Saturday 11PM-9AM

FT Overnight 40 Hours Tuesday - Friday 11PM-9AM

FT 40 Hours Monday, Tuesday, Fri/Sat 3PM-11PM & Sunday 9AM-5PM

FT 40 Hours Sunday - Thursday 2PM-10PM

FT 40 Hours Sunday - Thursday 3PM-11PM

Direct Support Professional Hybrid-

Baltic - Sprague: Baltic, CT

FT 40 Hours Overnight Sunday - Thursday 11PM-7AM

FT 40 Hours Saturday - Wednesday 7AM-3PM

FT 40 Hours Sunday - Thursday 7AM-3PM

PT 16 Hours Sunday/Monday 7AM-3PM

PT 16 Hours Friday/Saturday 10AM-6PM

PT 16 Hours Overnight Friday/Saturday 11PM-7AM

PT 16 Hours Fri/Sat 3PM-11PM (2 Positions)

FT 40 Hours Sunday - Thursday 3PM-11PM (2 Positions)

FT 40 Hours Tuesday - Saturday 3PM-11PM

Thomas Ave: Norwich, CT

PT 20 Hours Friday & Saturday 10:30AM-8:30PM

PT 12 Hours Saturday & Sunday 8:30PM-2:30AM

Fulltime, Part-time & Per Diem available for 1st, 2nd and 3rds shifts

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary

Salary: $17.77 - $18.98 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible schedule
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

 

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Evening shift
  • Holidays
  • Monday to Friday
  • Night shift
  • Overnight shift
  • Weekends as needed
  • Weekends only

 

Application Question(s):

  • Please indicate which program you are applying for.
  • Have you ever worked for Continuum of Care? If yes, which program were you hired to work.

 

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Required)

 

License/Certification:

  • CPR Certification (Preferred)
  • First Aid Certification (Preferred)
  • DDS Med Certification (Preferred)
  • DDS PMT Certified (Preferred)
  • Driver's License (Required)

 

Work Location: In person