Direct Support Professional

2 weeks ago

New Britain, United States CW Resources, Inc. Part time $17
CW Resources, a part of CW Group is a proud member of the AbilityOne program designed to improve employment outcomes for people with significant disabilities.

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Company Overview:  
CW Resources is a national non-profit organization dedicated to creating an inclusive society where individuals with disabilities and those facing economic challenges have access to meaningful vocational training and are empowered as valued employees. We are committed to providing exceptional employment opportunities with flexible hours, comprehensive benefits, and a mission-driven focus.

  • National Non-Profit.
  • Mission-based Meaningful Employment.
  • Exceptional Employees.
  • Onsite Employee Wellness Coordinator 
  • Flexible Hours and Paid Time Off - includes Sick, Vacation, and Holiday (Based on Hours Worked).

Employer Paid Benefits:
  • Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision, Accidental Death and Dismemberment, Group Term Life
  • Long Term and Short-Term Disability Benefits
  • Health Savings Account
  • 403(b) Retirement Match Plan 
  • Paid Holidays, Vacation and Sick / Personal time 
 
Role and Responsibilities:The Direct Support Professional (DSO) for persons with disabilities and/or disabling conditions plays a crucial role in providing direct care and support to individuals with various disabilities. The Direct Support Professional will be responsible for assisting program participants in traveling to appointments, recreational activities, or community outings. As well as, but not limited to, providing emotional support companionship, and offering encouragement in coping with challenges associated with disabilities.

  • Engage and orient clients to the program community.
  • Facilitate self-help and other groups as needed.
  • Provide support for those program clients who may need assistance with advocating for themselves.
  • Keep appropriate detailed and accurate documentation.
  • Assist clients, individually or in groups, to develop and maintain independent living skills (budgeting, shopping, cooking, social skills, etc.).
  • Encourage and support recreational activities, and employment; Use agency vehicles to transport clients as needed.
  • Develop and facilitate various self-help groups or run dual recovery support groups.
  • Serve as a mentor to those individuals who may need additional emotional support or encouragement to attend school or work.
  • Connect individuals with community resources i.e. food bank, meetings, etc.
  • Assist when needed with house meetings if applicable.
  • Utilize safe and appropriate handling, management, and guidance procedures when working with program participants.
  • Attend staff meetings as assigned
  • Attend Interim and program training as assigned.
  • Clean and straighten program facilities.
  • Work as a member of a support team.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Education and Certification Requirements:
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Must have a valid Driver’s License 
 Qualifications: 
  • No experience, No Problem
  • Minimum of (6) months of direct support experience (Preferred). 
  • Ability to demonstrate respect and cultural awareness during interactions with program participants.
  • A great motivator with an outgoing/positive personality 
  • Ability to work directly with disabled individuals. 

Environmental Demands:The work conditions described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Typical office environment, movement through the grounds, site or installation, travel between locations, and occasionally exposure to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the environment is generally quiet. Physical Demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing this job, the incumbent will have to sit, stand, and walk for most of the shift. The incumbent is required to regularly communicate, read, interpret, and focus with attention to detail.
If you meet these qualifications and are eager to start a new job with CW Resources, we encourage you to APPLY today

Equal Opportunity Employer-minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability. CW Resources, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and ensuring a workplace free from all forms of discrimination or harassment. We strongly encourage women, people of color, people with disabilities, people who are veterans, people who identify as LGBTQ, and members of ethnic minorities to apply  Pay Transparency Disclaimer: CW Group, Inc. Entities and Affiliates is committed to pay transparency and fairness. Salary ranges provided reflect the expected compensation based on experience, education, skills, qualifications, location and other relevant job-related factors, and may include additional components such as incentive compensation and benefits.  Final compensation will be determined in accordance with applicable laws and business needs (such as contractual obligations).
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