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Direct Support Professional (Part-Time, Weekdays) - Collinsville, CT
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$18/hr–$19/hr
Part-time
high school
Professional Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, Career Pathways, Staff Recognition and Appreciation, Paid Training, Education and Certification
Posted 1d ago
~15 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Provide direct support to individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities, assisting with personal care, hygiene, and daily living skills. Responsibilities include administering medication, documenting progress, and facilitating community and vocational activities.
Requirements
Candidates must be at least 18 years old and possess a high school diploma or GED. A valid driver's license is required, though no prior experience in direct care is necessary.
Full job description
Oak Hill is seeking a highly motivated and dynamic Direct Support Professional (DSP) 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.
The DSP at Oak Hill’s Collinsville, CT (Canton) location works a 15- hour weekly schedule, Monday through Friday from 6:30 AM until 9:30 AM.
The DSP provides a range of services for individuals based on their needs, in their home and in their community. This includes but is not limited to personal care, domestic household services, personal appointments, medical appointments, vocational services, community activities, supervision within the home, and other tasks based upon their individual goals. Applicants with no experience and interested in entering the direct care field with a desire to serve people with disabilities, or individuals seeking a career change are encouraged to apply to this position.
Minimum Requirements:
High school diploma or GED
At least age 18
Valid driver’s license
Benefits:
Excellent Professional Development Opportunities; Tuition Reimbursement; Career Pathways
Staff Recognition and Appreciation
Paid Training, Education, and Certification as necessary (including CPR training)
This is a union position and pays $18.50 – $19.40 per hour dependent on shift.
Responsibilities:
Provides information for program maintenance and evaluation, and meets Oak Hill’s policies, procedures, licensing and certification regulations by collecting, recording and charting data, including electronically maintained records.
Maintains program participants’ cleanliness, comfort and well-being and facilitates the development and maintenance of self-help and daily living skills by providing guidance and assistance in the completion of personal hygiene tasks.
Facilitates program implementation by preparing materials for program participant-related activities or projects as needed.
Maintains program participant’s health and well-being by promoting/encouraging self-administration of prescription and non-prescription medications; administering medication; documenting medication administration, and any errors which may occur, as specified in Oak Hill’s policies and procedures; observing and reporting on changes in behavior, physical and mental appearance to so that issues can be addressed as needed.
Protects program participants and employees by applying Emergency First Aid and CPR procedures
Observes and maintains confidentiality by treating information regarding program participants with discretion and complying with all applicable policies and procedures protecting the identity and medical information of program participants.
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.
Our company is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please reach out to [email protected]. We will make every effort to accommodate your needs in accordance with applicable laws and our commitment to accessibility and inclusion.
An Equal Opportunity Employer.
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About Oak Hill (Legal name: CT Institute for the Blind)
Setting the standard, partnering with people with disabilities to provide services and solutions promoting independence.
Industry
Non-profit Organizations
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Founded
1893
Headquarters
Hartford, CT
LinkedIn followers
1,298
Oak Hill helps people with disabilities experience rich, fulfilling lives in communities throughout Connecticut. Through education, assistive technology, programs and advocacy, we support them at every stage of life. We also provide a robust array of services to those people who work with, live with and care for people challenged by disabilities.
Oak Hill serves children and adults with intellectual, developmental and physical disabilities. Today, it is the largest private nonprofit community provider of services for people with disabilities in Connecticut.
Offices: 120 Holcomb Street, Hartford, CT 06112, US
Assistive TechnologyDisability Services for multiple disabilitiesEducationResidential ServicesIn home supportsand Veterans servicesHealth CareElder CareNon ProfitAssisted Living
Setting the standard, partnering with people with disabilities to provide services and solutions promoting independence.
Industry
Non-profit Organizations
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Founded
1893
Headquarters
Hartford, CT
LinkedIn followers
1,298
Oak Hill helps people with disabilities experience rich, fulfilling lives in communities throughout Connecticut. Through education, assistive technology, programs and advocacy, we support them at every stage of life. We also provide a robust array of services to those people who work with, live with and care for people challenged by disabilities.
Oak Hill serves children and adults with intellectual, developmental and physical disabilities. Today, it is the largest private nonprofit community provider of services for people with disabilities in Connecticut.
Offices: 120 Holcomb Street, Hartford, CT 06112, US
Assistive TechnologyDisability Services for multiple disabilitiesEducationResidential ServicesIn home supportsand Veterans servicesHealth CareElder CareNon ProfitAssisted Living