In-Home Support Specialist

1 week ago


Norwich, United States The Arc Eastern Connecticut Part time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription:

Our In-Home Support Specialists are committed to facilitate, model, and build skills that will lead to the optimal independence of the people we support.


Essential Functions:

  • Daily activities such as meal preparation and planning
  • Personal care
  • Facilitating community involvement by accompanying individuals on outings in the community
  • Providing transportation to recreational and community activities
  • Supporting therapeutic and behavioral plans

Expectations:

  • Demonstrates a positive work ethic.
  • Can work with limited supervision.
  • Advocates for and protects participants’ rights in accordance with Arc policies and procedures.
  • Treats all individuals in an age-appropriate manner, with respect and dignity, and to encourage opportunities that promote choice.
  • Maintains a mature and positive attitude when dealing with program participants, staff, families, the public and outside representatives.
  • Works with a spirit of cooperation with all departments.
  • Carries out all job responsibilities in a professional manner.
  • Attends all agency staff meetings and training sessions.
  • Maintains attendance. Adheres to policies on attendance, days of absence, and illness.
  • Keeps supervisor informed of any significant events or the need to modify any area of the operation/activity.
  • Serves as a positive and appropriate role model for program participants.
  • Provides advocacy for participants based on their personal choice and their individual plan.
  • Develops and maintains positive relationships with participants, their families, and providers.
  • Responds to need of participants, families, and providers in a timely and professional manner.
  • Possesses a valid driver’s license, privately owned vehicle, and evidence of insurance.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Prior experience working with people who have developmental and physical disabilities preferred.
  • Must have the ability to mentor and assist people in all areas of life skills including recreation, independence, communication, and health.
  • Valid driver’s license required.
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Applicants must possess basic computer aptitude and be able to speak/write in English.

Schedule:

Mon-Fri 3om-6pm

Sat 10am-5pm


Work Location:

Gales Ferry, CT


Highlights:

  • Appreciate paid training while you get state certified.
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • Eleven recognized holidays off and paid each year.
  • Earn paid vacation and paid sick leave.
  • We can start you working and earning towards your employment goal.

Opportunities for advancement are offered.

Helping others is a reward that will stay with you the rest of your life.

The Arc Eastern Connecticut is an Equal Opportunity Employer.



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