Direct Care Day Program

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Helping People Excel

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Cheshire, Connecticut

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Provide high-quality direct care and support for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in group homes and community settings. Implement individual service plans, assist with daily living skills, and transport individuals to appointments and outings.

Qualifications

You have at least one year of experience working as a caregiver or with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. You possess a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver's license with a good driving record and reliable transportation, and excellent English communication skills.

Must Have Skills for ATS

CPR/First Aid

PMT

DDS MedCert

Driver's license

English communication skills

Job Description

At HPE, Inc meeting and exceeding the wants and needs of the individuals that we serve is, and will remain our first priority.
It is the mission of Helping People Excel, Inc and its employees to always:
Respect the wants and needs of all the people we serve

About us

Helping People Excel, Inc. was established September 25, 2007, and our employees follow our mission to provide exceptional care to those with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD).

Mission Statement

  • Afford the people we serve with a setting and the mechanisms to enhance their ability to adapt to a positive, nurturing, warm, diverse, and multicultural environment
  • Ensure the people we serve have the opportunity to make choices that will enhance their personal growth
  • Help the people we serve to participate in community life experiences
  • Exercise productive control over their lives and have meaningful relationships and associations
  • Treat the people we serve, their family members, friends, associates, and guardians with respect and dignity at all times

We are searching for compassionate and dedicated Direct Care Professionals to work with adults with disabilities in group homes and the community. The following shifts are available.

Please indicate which position you are interested in when applying.

  • Part Time / Full Time / Per Diem
  • First Shift / Second Shift / Overnights
  • Weekends

Job Duties: Provide the highest quality of service to the individuals served. Implement, document, and follow each individual's overall plan of service. Assist individuals with their daily living skills and ensure adherence with activity schedule (this may include cooking, cleaning, outings). Provide support for development, maintenance, or enhancement of independent functioning skills in the area of sensory-motor, cognition, personal care, hygiene, etc. Participate in development and implementation of the Overall Plan of Service for the individuals, completing all required documentation. Must be able to use personal vehicle for transporting individuals to outings or medical appointments (mileage is reimbursed on a biweekly basis).

Requirements:

  • High school diploma or equivalent. (Required)
  • At least one year of experience working as a caregiver or with individuals with disabilities. (Required)
  • Preferred- current CPR/First Aid, PMT and willing to sign up for DDS MedCert.
  • Must have valid driver’s license and registered vehicle with insurance.
  • Must have a good driving record and and be able to pass a criminal background check.
  • Must have excellent English communication skills and the ability to read and write effectively.

Day Program Mon-Fri 7am-3pm

Benefits:

  • Job Types: Full-time and Part-time positions may qualify for the following benefits:
  • Medical & Dental Insurance offered to all full-time employees.
  • 401k Retirement Plan is offered to eligible employees after one year of service.
  • Paid Time Off
  • Salary: $18.43/hour
  • Quarterly Incentives

Helping People Excel, Inc is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer committed to a diverse workforce. We do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, or military service.

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