MARC INC OF MANCHESTER

Non-profit Organization Management201-500 employeesWebsite

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MARC INC OF MANCHESTER is a non-profit organization management company with 201-500 employees. The organization has been supporting people with disabilities in Manchester, Connecticut, and surrounding towns since 1952. Their mission is to ensure access to and maximize presence and participation in Connecticut town life, opportunities to develop and exercise competency, opportunities to make choices in the pursuit of a personal future, and good relationships with family members and friends, with respect and dignity. MARC INC OF MANCHESTER currently has three open positions for Part-Time Direct Support Professionals (DSP). All positions are on-site and located in Manchester, CT. **DSP - Residential PT:** This position has two available schedules: * Monday 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM and Tuesday + Thursday 2:30 PM - 5:30 PM * Monday 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM and Tuesday 11:00 AM - 1:30 PM These roles involve assisting individuals with developmental disabilities in group homes with their daily activities. This includes helping with home care, finances, nutrition, and medical needs, and supporting personal growth and goal attainment. Candidates must have compassion, strong interpersonal and communication skills, and good judgment. Responsibilities include providing staff and natural supports, ensuring community involvement, and adhering to residential standards. A valid CT Driver's License and vehicle are required. The role also involves transporting persons served in either an agency vehicle or a personal vehicle. **DSP - Employment PT:** This role is for the Group Supported Employment department. The main function is to support individuals in achieving their career goals by securing dignified employment and developing necessary workplace supports. Key duties include fostering natural supports within community businesses, assisting individuals in understanding job requirements, providing necessary support for job performance, and aiding in the development of natural workplace supports. The roles require skills in: * **DSP - Residential**: Compassion, Interpersonal Skills, Communication Skills, Judgment, Support, Community Involvement, Personal Growth, Goal Setting, Confidentiality, Positive Attitude, Training, Transportation, Home Care, Nutrition, Medical Needs, Developmental Disabilities, Finances. * **DSP - Employment**: Direct Support, Job Coaching, Community Engagement, Natural Supports, Employment Support, Report Writing, Positive Supports, Emergency Procedures. All three listed positions are on-site. The DSP - Residential roles involve working in group homes. The DSP - Employment position is based in the Group Supported Employment department. 1. **What are the required qualifications for the DSP - Residential and Employment positions?** A high school diploma or equivalent is required for both positions. Candidates must also have a valid CT Driver's License and vehicle, as driving is required. 2. **What are the key responsibilities of the DSP - Residential roles?** Providing support to individuals with developmental disabilities, assisting with daily activities, ensuring community involvement, and supporting personal growth and goal attainment. 3. **What is the focus of the DSP - Employment role?** Supporting individuals in securing dignified employment and fostering necessary workplace supports. 4. **Are CPR, First Aid, PMT and Med Certifications required?** These certifications are preferred, and any required training must be completed within six months of hire. 5. **Where are these positions located?** All positions are located in Manchester, CT. 6. **Does MARC, Inc. of Manchester provide transportation?** Yes, as a DSP you may need to transport persons served in either an agency vehicle or a personal vehicle whenever necessary.