Adult Support Specialist

1 week ago


Derby, Connecticut, United States THE KENNEDY COLLECTIVE INC Full time
Job Overview

The Kennedy Collective Inc is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Adult Support Specialist to join our team. This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Promote choice and provide support to foster individual well-being, growth, and development.
  • Ensure services, programs, and guidelines outlined in an individual's ISP are implemented as assigned.
  • Supervise and coordinate daily living skills, including personal care, recreation, meal preparation, and household chores.
  • Provide professional communication with colleagues, supervisors, families, and guardians.
  • Record and maintain accurate records in Therap.
  • Administer medications according to DDS regulations.

Requirements:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Valid driver's license essential.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office and internet applications necessary.

Physical Demands:

  • Lift up to 50lbs.
  • Use PMT holds.
  • Lift and transfer individuals as assigned.

What We Offer:

  • Tuition reimbursement.
  • Employee assistance program.
  • CPR & PMT certification training.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity for all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, and expression.



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