Direct Service Worker

Job Description

Job Description

Developmental Service Worker (DSW) NEEDED

Do you have a passion for helping others? Come join our team!!

Locations: Bloomfield, Somers, & Windsor

A Developmental Support Worker is responsible for the direct care and coordination of residential services. This person will provide care to residents with intellectual, developmental and/or physical disabilities in a residential setting.

Position Types – 1st, 2nd, & 3rd shift Full Time, Part Time & Per Diem positions available. 

GENERAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

1. Treat individuals with respect, dignity and compassion at all times

2. Daily living 

• Assist individuals with:

2. Daily living 

• Assist individuals with:
  • Teach and support individuals in achieving their meaningful goals set forth by the individuals and their Team
  • Plan, purchase and prepare meals according to individual’s dietary needs
  • Plan and participate in leisure time and recreational activities
  • New social opportunities/experiences to the individuals
  • Cope effectively with social, emotional and physical situations
  • Personal hygiene care and Transportation
  • Clean, maintain and participate in the upkeep of the home and properties

3. Documentation / Communication:

• Documentation provided by staff is considered a legal document
  • Accumulate and record data relevant to behavioral programs, individual’s progress, developmental needs and barriers impeding progress in Therap.
  • Identify and prioritize individuals' need.
  • Complete comprehensive documentation.
  • Reports seizures, behavioral episodes, other medically or emotionally related problems and forward to the residential manager, supervisor, nurse and team members.
  • Medical Appointments 

4. Trainings

• Attend, successfully complete and maintain all mandatory trainings/meetings required by DDS and the agency.
• Attendance and successful completion is mandatory for scheduled Medication Administration Certification.
• Yearly maintenance of Med Certification

5. HIPAA

• Maintain and safeguard individuals' private information. This includes but is not limited to diagnoses, health record, and program documentation.

6. Complete any and all tasks related to work assigned by management individually or as a team.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school Diploma with 2 years’ experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities. AA/AS preferred
• Must have CT DDS Medication Administration Certification or must be able to obtain CT DDS Medication Administration Certification within 6 months of hire. 
• Demonstrates organizational ability, communicates effectively with individuals served and members of the team.
• Applicants will be subject to criminal and driving history background checks. Must have a valid Connecticut driver’s license with no more than 2 violations in a three year period, subject to review. Drivers History completed annually.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Catholic Charities offers access to a comprehensive array of benefits, including: 
For Good Health:  Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance
For a Secure Future:  Life, AD&D and Long-term disability insurance
For Retirement: 403(b) Plan, with employer matching contributions for eligible employees
For Career Advancement:  Training and development opportunities
For Work Life Balance:  Generous paid time off; including 14 paid holidays, vacation and sick time.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Free and confidential counseling for employee and immediate family

Catholic Charities Inc., Archdiocese of Hartford is in compliance with all applicable discrimination laws. All hiring, promoting, and transferring is done on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to membership in any protected class. EEO/ AA/ M-F/ VET/ DISABLED.