Direct Support Professional

Direct Support Professional

In 1957, three families joined forces to create resources for their children with intellectual and other disabilities. They strived to give a voice to those who could not speak for themselves. Lumibility has grown to the innovative person-centered organization it is today, serving over 1200 children and adults.

The Direct Support Professional will provide supervision, support, and training to people with differing abilities in a day program setting. We are looking for an individual who can provide the environment and supports necessary to promote appropriate social skills and positive behaviors that will enhance skills, transform lives, and foster community presence and participation.

This shift will start in Branford and then travel to the Westbrook Day Program.

Pay Rate: $19.50/hour

Hours: M-F 7:30-3:30pm (40 hours/week) non-exempt

Location: Branford

Essential Functions (not limited to):

• Provide supervision, guidance and instruction to individuals in assigned day service setting(s). Support services may include: direct supervision, personal care, dispensing medication, behavioral interventions, assistance with finding competitive employment, employment training, etc.
• Develop and implement activities that are person-centered and promote positive outcomes.
• Maintain medical, social and programmatic files by recording each person's progress and documenting required information. Including, but not limited to: service goals, attendance records, behavioral data, progress notes, quarterly and annual reports, and more as needed.
• Supply transportation for service participants in accordance with Lumibility safe-driving policies and practices.
• Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of Lumibility individuals in accordance with the individual service plan and in compliance with agency policies and procedures.
• Create and maintain positive relationships with service participants, families, co-workers and other community representatives.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate or Bachelor's degree in related field preferred
• Knowledge of learning and behavioral processes helpful.
• Must be over 18 and possess a valid CT driver's license, have an acceptable driving history and utilize your own vehicle for Lumibility business as defined by Lumibility's policy.

Preferred Knowledge and Skills:

• Knowledge of person-centered, outcome-based services for people with differing abilities, company policies and procedures, applicable regulatory standards and community resources
• Skill in implementing programs & activities as outlined in the individual support plan
• Effectively write and communicate in a courteous and professional manner
• Ability to attend to the physical and personal needs of adults with differing abilities, problem-solve effectively, maintain confidentiality, use adaptive and other equipment
• Required Physical Effort: Must be able to sit, stand and walk at an assigned location(s) and work for extended periods of time; bend/stoop, kneel and balance frequently; climb, reach above shoulder level; push/pull, squat and crouch occasionally; with assistance, lift, carry and position individuals of various weight. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally. Must be able to drive multi-passenger vehicles for extended periods throughout the day.

Benefits: Health (HSA with employer contribution), Dental, Vision, Holiday Pay, Paid Time Off, Mileage Reimbursement, 401(k) with employer match, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Life/AD&D insurance.

Lumibility is an Equal Opportunity Employer.