IN-HOME SUPPORT SPECIALIST - PART TIME (20 HOURS) - The Arc Eastern Connecticut : Job Details

Description:

Our In-Home Support Specialists are committed to facilitate, model, and build skills that will lead to the optimal independence of the people we support.

Essential Functions:

+ Daily activities such as meal preparation and planning

+ Personalcare

+ Facilitating community involvement by accompanying individuals on outings in the community

+ Providing transportation to recreational and community activities

+ Supporting therapeutic and behavioral plans

Expectations:

+ Demonstrates a positive work ethic.

+ Can work with limited supervision.

+ Advocates for and protects participants' rights in accordance with Arc policies and procedures.

+ Treats all individuals in an age-appropriate manner, with respect and dignity, and to encourage opportunities that promote choice.

+ Maintains a mature and positive attitude when dealing with program participants, staff, families, the public and outside representatives.

+ Works with a spirit of cooperation with all departments.

+ Carries out all job responsibilities in a professional manner.

+ Attends all agency staff meetings and training sessions.

+ Maintains attendance. Adheres to policies on attendance, days of absence, and illness.

+ Keeps supervisor informed of any significant events or the need to modify any area of the operation/activity.

+ Serves as a positive and appropriate role model for program participants.

+ Provides advocacy for participants based on their personal choice and their individual plan.

+ Develops and maintains positive relationships with participants, their families, and providers.

+ Responds to need of participants, families, and providers in a timely and professional manner.

+ Possesses a valid driver's license, privately owned vehicle, and evidence of insurance.

Minimum Qualifications:

+ Prior experience working with people who have developmental and physical disabilities preferred.

+ Must have the ability to mentor and assist people in all areas of life skills including recreation, independence, communication, and health.

+ Valid driver's license required.

+ High School Diploma or GED

+ Applicants must possess basic computer aptitude and be able to speak/write in English.

Schedule:

Work Location:

Highlights:

+ Appreciate paid training while you get state certified.

+ Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

+ Eleven recognized holidays off and paid each year.

+ Earn paid vacation and paid sick leave.

+ We can start you working and earning towards your employment goal.

Opportunities for advancement are offered.

Helping others is a reward that will stay with you the rest of your life.

The Arc Eastern Connecticut is an Equal Opportunity Employer.