Developmental Services Worker 2

11 hours ago


Southbury, Connecticut, United States State of Connecticut Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Developmental Services Worker 2 to join our team at the Department of Developmental Services. As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in providing care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities.

Key Responsibilities
  • Implement programs and procedures designed to achieve objectives of the department in care of individuals with developmental disabilities;
  • Provide guidance and instructions to individuals in development of desirable personal habits, hygiene, and social relationships;
  • Responsible for individuals' health and safety;
  • Implement individual program plans;
  • Reinforce appropriate individual behavior through modification techniques;
  • Participate in preparation, serving, and feeding of meals to individuals;
  • Perform housekeeping duties necessary to maintain a clean and healthy environment for individuals;
  • May lead and participate in social and recreational activities designed to develop individual potential;
  • May act as shift charge;
  • May attend interdisciplinary team meetings;
  • May evaluate performance of subordinate staff;
  • May provide orientation and basic inservice training to subordinate staff;
  • May participate in special programs designed to fully develop potential of individuals;
  • May administer first aid in emergency situations;
  • May administer selected oral medications;
  • Perform related duties as required.
Requirements
  • One (1) year of experience in the care and supervision of individuals with developmental disabilities at the level of a Developmental Services Worker 1 or equivalent experience in a human service field;
  • Knowledge of fundamentals of hygiene and physical training; safety, fire, and first aid procedures; interdisciplinary process for development of individual programs;
  • Considerable interpersonal skills;
  • Skills in oral and written communication skills; in behavior management of individuals;
  • Ability to recognize and report behavioral change; develop a positive relationship with individuals; lead and participate in recreational and occupational activities; follow oral and written instruction.
What We Offer

As a State of Connecticut employee, you may be entitled to a host of benefits that are not only attractive, but also may be portable should your career bring you to other avenues of state service. From 13 paid holidays to accruing vacation time, being a State of Connecticut employee not only gives you the opportunity to make a difference in someone's life, but the time to enjoy your own.

We offer a range of benefits, including health and dental insurance, accrued vacation, personal, and sick leave, retirement plan, group life insurance, and more.



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