Direct Support Professional (DSP) "Part-time"

NEW JOB OPPORTUNITY! The West Haven Community House is currently seeking to hire dedicated Life Skills Coaches to work with our wonderfully unique individuals in our DDS funded Day program. If you are energetic and outgoing with attention to detail, this could be the right position for you! Position: Life Skills Coach Schedule: Sunday (3pm-11pm) & Monday- Wednesday (3pm-9pm) Saturday & Sunday (9am-3pm) Saturday & Sunday (3pm-9pm) Friday and Saturday (4pm-12 midnight) Sunday and Monday (4pm-12 midnight) (Additional shifts are available) THESE PART-TIME POSITION OFFERS: Accrued Vacation, Sick and Personal time Free Gym Membership-Planet Fitness Black Card!

Credit Union, Employee discounts, Tuition Assistance, Referral Program REPORTS TO: Residential Supervisor GENERAL DESCRIPTION : The Life Skills Coach will provide direct care and support to all individuals living within or attending programs at the West Haven Community House. The LSC is expected to work independently throughout the shift, flexing the daily schedule to meet the needs of the individuals being served.

The LSC works as part of a team committed to meeting the needs of individuals in the areas of ADL, socialization, behavior management, personal safety, and goal achievement. The LSC is expected to maintain a clean, safe, and healthy environment for the individuals. The Life Skills Coach is required to stay on shift until relieved by another staff member and/or until all shift responsibilities are completed and released by their supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma: 2 years of related experience with adults with intellectual disabilities preferred. Must be 21 years old or older Certification in CPR/First Aid required prior to hire Valid CT Driver’s license, clean driving record and ability to obtain and maintain approval from leased vehicle company Must obtain and maintain all certifications such as Physical Management Techniques (PMT) DDS Medication Certification, etc.

as required by DDS standards Schedule: Sunday (3pm-11pm) &Monday- Wednesday (3pm-9pm) Saturday & Sunday (9am-3pm) Saturday & Sunday (3pm-9pm) Friday and Saturday (4pm-12 midnight) Sunday and Monday (4pm-12 midnight) (Additional shifts are available)