Job Description

Direct Support Professional

Hamden, Connecticut 
Full-time
$17.69 - $18.45 hourly

About the Job:

Job: Direct Support Professional
Job Type: Full Time
Location: Trumbull, CT and surrounding towns: Hamden, Trumball, Stratford, North Branford, Monroe and Oxford

Description:
RHD Connecticut (CT) is looking for Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to work in the area of Trumbull. There are currently Full-Time, Part-Time and per diem positions available. Each full time position includes working one weekend day. The hourly rate is $17.69, and if you have your medication administration certificate the hourly rate is $18.45!

The Direct Support Professional is responsible for safety and supervision of our consumers with Intellectual Developmental Disabilities, Behavioral health histories to facilitate healthy and socially acceptable behaviors while living in community-based sites. This position will coordinate with clinical staff, implement residentially based interventions and assist the clients in achieving their clinical assignments. The DSP is responsible for fulfilling the obligations as outlined in the client’s program plan. The DSP will prompt or assist, as necessary, to ensure the clients participate in the activities of daily living, in both the home and the community. A commitment to the RHD values should be demonstrated as job duties are performed.

How You Can Make a Real Impact:

• Support individuals with disabilities in the activities of their daily life.
• Advocate for the dignity rights of every individual.
• Promote development and outcomes as outlined in the individual care plan.
• Support access to community resources.
• Uphold the RHD mission, vision, and values.

What We Offer You:

• Commitment to maintaining a values-based and trauma-informed environment for all.
• Comprehensive health care coverage including medical, eye, and dental for qualifying staff.
• Retirement savings plan.
• On-the-job training.

We Are Hiring Dynamic Team Members Who:

• Are 18 years of age or older.
• Have a current, valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Posses a high school diploma or GED.
• Are dedicated to enriching and improving the lives of others.
• Embody and uphold our organizational values.

What You’ll Love About RHD:

• Commitment to Values: We are committed to the fundamental value of dignity and respect for all human beings, to the empowerment of our consumers and staff, and to the flexibility to meet the changing needs of all our partners and those we serve.
• Dedication to Wellness: We value and prioritize our employees’ mental, physical, and emotional health by providing free, online fitness classes, nutrition services, counseling sessions, and webinars on various health-related topics.
• Investment in Growth: We offer programs and workshops to our staff that support furthering education and the development of leadership skills.

Responsibilities/Duties:

• Provide supervision of individuals in accordance with the person-centered ISP; supporting someone to work towards outcomes identified in ISP and other Person-Centered Support Plans.
• Complete required documentation.
• Administer Medication.
• Provide transportation to consumers.
• Support consumers in activities of daily living, meal prep, toileting, hygiene, as appropriate.
• Assist in Community Integration Activities and access to community Supports including medical appointments, social security access, etc.
• Complete all other miscellaneous tasks as assigned by supervisor.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to sit, stand and move about in the performance of their work.
• Stand or Sit (stationary position).
• Walk.
• Use hands or fingers to handle or feel (operate, activate, prepare, inspect, position).
• Climb (stairs/ladders).
• Talk/Hear (communicate, converse, convey, express/exchange information).
• See (detect, identify, recognize, inspect, assess).
• Pushing or Pulling.
• Repetitive Motion.
• Reaching (high or low).
• Kneel, Stoop, Crouch or Crawl (position self, move).

  Job Requirements:

• High School diploma or GED is required, associates or bachelor’s degree is preferred. Must be able to provide proof of education.
• Basic computer and internet literacy with the ability to utilize applications like emails, time recording and other programs to enter and retrieve data as necessary to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Prior experience in the human services field, preferred.
• Valid driver’s license
• Subject to employment screenings, including FBI clearance if applicable.

RHD Connecticut and Resources for Human Development are part of Apis Services, Inc.

RHD Connecticut provides residential community living arrangements, day services, and individual rehabilitative supports to people who have developmental disabilities in the West and South regions in Connecticut. Currently RHD CT operates 10 CLAs, Continuous Residential Support programs and supports individuals who reside in apartments in the community. RHD CT operates one day program in the South region of the State (Hamden).

About Company:
Apis Services, Inc. (a wholly owned subsidiary of Inperium, Inc.) provides a progressive platform for delivering Shared Services to Inperium and its Constellation of affiliate companies. Allowing these entities to advance their mission and vision. By exploring geographical program expansion and focusing on quality outcome measures to create cost savings that result in reinvestment into the organizations stakeholders through capacity creation and employee compensation betterment.

Apis Services, Inc. and affiliate’s provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and all applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy/childbirth, veteran status or any other basis protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunities extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment.

Job Details: 

• Currency: United States Dollar (USD)
• Pay Type: Hourly
• Salary Range: 17.69 - 18.45 USD

About APIS:

Apis Services, Inc. (a wholly owned subsidiary of Inperium, Inc.) provides a progressive platform for delivering Shared Services to Inperium and its Constellation of affiliate companies. Allowing these entities to advance their mission and vision. By exploring geographical program expansion and focusing on quality outcome measures to create cost savings that result in reinvestment into the organizations stakeholders through capacity creation and employee compensation betterment. 

Apis Services, Inc. and affiliate’s provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and all applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy/childbirth, veteran status or any other basis protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunities extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment. 

About Resources for Human Development:

Apis Services, Inc. (a wholly owned subsidiary of Inperium, Inc.) provides a progressive platform for delivering Shared Services to Inperium and its Constellation of affiliate companies. Allowing these entities to advance their mission and vision. By exploring geographical program expansion and focusing on quality outcome measures to create cost savings that result in reinvestment into the organizations stakeholders through capacity creation and employee compensation betterment. Apis Services, Inc. and affiliate’s provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and all applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy/childbirth, veteran status or any other basis protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunities extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment.

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