Direct Support Professional
Job description
Sign-on bonus up to $1,000!!
How You Can Make A Real Impact:
RHD Connecticut (CT) is looking for Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to work in the area of Bridgeport, Hamden, Trumbull, Stratford, Oxford, and Monroe There are currently Full-Time and Part-Time positions available. The DSP provides assistance and guidance for consumers in their daily activities, daily programs, and health and safety skills.
- Assist and teach people with developmental disabilities in a supportive and therapeutic environment, which maintains health and safety while fostering growth and rehabilitation.
- Implement individual programming and behavior support plans as written.
- Engage individuals in community job development skills as well as recreational opportunities.
- Ensure all opportunities afford each individual a greater sense of self, increased independence, heightened self-esteem, and an overall positive experience.
Required Education and Experience:
- High School Diploma/GED.
- Previous experience is preferred, but not required.
Required Qualifications:
- A valid driver’s license is required.
- Connecticut driver's license preferred.
Pay Rate: $17.25/hour.
- Commitment to maintaining a values-based and trauma-informed environment for all.
- Scholarship programs and tuition discounts at local and online colleges and universities.
- Comprehensive health care coverage including medical, eye, and dental for qualifying staff.
- Retirement savings plan.
- Generous paid time off.
Program Summary:
RHD Connecticut provides residential community living arrangements, day services, and individual rehabilitative support to people who have developmental disabilities in the West and South regions of Connecticut. Currently, RHD CT operates 10 CLAs, and Continuous Residential Support programs and supports individuals who reside in apartments in the community. RHD CT operates one day program e the South region of the State (Hamden).
About Resources For Human Development, Inc.:
RHD is a national, comprehensive human services organization. Our mission is to provide caring, effective, and innovative services that empower people of all abilities as they work to achieve the highest level of independence possible while building better lives for themselves, their families, and their communities. RHD currently supports programs in: Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Iowa, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Missouri, Nebraska, New Jersey, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Dakota & Tennessee!
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