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<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
 Summary/Objective
 
This position provides administrative support, interacts with the public, and offers information regarding funeral and cremation services, as well as other related topics. Responsibilities include courteously answering phones, assisting with funeral, memorial, and other ceremonies as requested by funeral home clients and management, and responding to general inquiries. Duties may also include decedent removal and, depending on the location, assisting with lifting, carrying, transporting, and preparation of decedents.

The Funeral Assistant duties must be performed consistently with the company mission and values and adherence to company policies and procedures.

Essential Functions and Competencies
<ul>
<li>This position may require assistance with removals of decedents (location specific). </li>
<li>Funeral Attendants may assist with the preparation of the deceased and casket.</li>
<li>Prepares for services to include delivering and setting up floral arrangements, chairs, caskets, urns, photos and other personal keepsakes or mementos of client families; ensures proper care and storage of any of these items. </li>
<li>Prepares documents related to services, cremations, maintenance, as directed by management.</li>
<li>Performs office duties such as answering phones and operating fax machine, computer, multiline phone system, debit card machine, typewriter, postage meter and scale and stereo/video system.</li>
<li>Run errands such as for floral delivery, picking up supplies, documents, etc. </li>
<li>Serves as an usher and may park cars or perform any transportation requirements. </li>
<li>Drives the Funeral Home vehicles for services and picking up families. </li>
<li>Assists with visitations, memorial, and funeral services which may include visitation and chapel set up, dressing and casketing remains, delivering family items and flowers.</li>
<li>Prepares documents related to services, cremations, maintenance etc.</li>
<li>Greets and receives client families and/or other persons entering the location for information and assistance. </li>
<li>Accommodates the needs of the family during service and/or visitation. </li>
<li>May wash and clean funeral home vehicles and other client vehicles as required from time to time.</li>
<li>Must be able to work beyond standard business hours, including weekends and holidays, if required.</li>
</ul>

Required Education and Experience
<ul>
<li>High school diploma or equivalent Experience </li>
<li>Must be able to lift, pull, push 150lbs or more of removals are required. </li>
<li>Previous customer service and/or sales experience preferred. </li>
<li>Proficient with MS Office suite and databases preferred; ability and willingness to learn required Certification/Licenses</li>
<li>Valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving record </li>
<li>Must be able to lift 50 lbs. and pull/push 200lbs or more of removals if required. - (location specific)</li>
<li>Ability to follow instructions given over the phone or in person</li>
<li>Ability to use a computer and type</li>
<li>Ability to work and communicate effectively with others</li>
<li>Ability to maintain composure in challenging situations</li>
<li>Good verbal and written communication skills</li>
<li>Ability to maintain confidentiality</li>
<li>Ability to work with colleagues to accomplish tasks</li>
</ul>

Other Duties 
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Work Environment
<ul>
<li>Work indoors and outdoors during all seasons and weather conditions</li>
<li>Professional Dress is required when in contact with families</li>
<li>Drive company owned vehicles, with and without passengers, in surrounding community with varying traffic conditions</li>
</ul>
Work Postures
<ul>
<li>Frequent, continuous periods of time standing up 6 hours per day</li>
<li>Climbing stairs to access buildings frequently</li>
</ul>
Physical Demands
<ul>
<li>Able to lift 50 pounds; push/pull up to 200 pounds</li>
<li>Physical effort requiring manual dexterity is required, including paperwork, calculators, computers, and phone usage</li>
</ul>

AAP/EEO Statement
Equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, veterans and/or any other status or condition protected by law, except where a bona fide occupational qualification exists.

3727 - Oklahoma

Funeral Assistant/Attendant Part-Time

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
OMB NO: 1625-0120
Expiration Date: 01/30/2025
 
Announcement: 6575
Opening Date: 29 December 2025 Pay Plan/Series/Pay Band: NF-1702-01/02
Closing Date: Until Filled Work Schedule: Part Time (20-29 hours/week)
Position: Child Care Assistant (Developmental-3) Salary: $16.71/hour
Who May Apply: All Sources Location: Kodiak, AK
 Child Development Center
 
DUTIES:
Plans and executes appropriate early childhood education experiences with a variety of material to promote the healthy emotional, social, intellectual, and physical development of each child. Works with the director and teachers in developing and implementing age appropriate curriculum and activities. Helps establish a program environment that promotes positive child and youth interactions with other children, youth and adults. Assists in providing and leading planned activities for program participants. Interacts with children and youth using approved child guidance and youth development techniques. Interacts professionally with staff members, parents, and the command. Assists in maintaining program participation data and completing required daily reports. 

Helps prepare, arrange, and maintain indoor and outdoor activity areas and materials to accommodate daily schedule. Monitors children in the classroom, on the playground, in hallways and restrooms, during study halls, during lunch, and in bus loading areas. Maintains control of and accounts for whereabouts and safety of children at all times. Helps arrange for/serve appropriate snacks/meals where applicable. 

Performs routine care giving tasks, helping with materials and activities, receiving children, interacting with children and attending to the children's physical needs. Ensures care is provided in accordance with standards, assists in planning, and conducting activities, conducts health checks, ensures the safety and well-being of children, completes reports, and interacts with parents. 

Performs other related duties as assigned. 

This a developmental position leading to a full performance level Child Care Assistant, NF-1702-02. Upon satisfactory performance and one year completion of general working experience, an employee may be non-competitively promoted to the Child Care Assistant, NF-1702-02 at management’s request with potential for a higher rate in pay.

You will be evaluated for this position based on how well you meet the qualifications below. Your resume/application must demonstrate the required experience/education. Please see additional information on how your application is evaluated.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Minimum:
1. High school diploma or GED certificate and must be at least 18 years of age
2. Must be able to read, write and speak in English.
3. Ability to promote and foster effective working relationships with children, youth, and coworkers.
4. Possess and maintain the physical ability to lift and carry up to 45 pounds and over, sit and rise from the floor, walk, bend, and stoop and stand on a routine basis. Duties may involve working both indoors and outdoors.

Preferred (in addition to the minimum): 
<ol>
<li>Prior experience working with children and/or youth</li>
</ol>
 
USCG COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMAND COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS: 
By choosing to work for the Coast Guard Community Services Command, you will enjoy one of the best benefit packages available anywhere. Benefit offerings are subject to applicable worker categories (Full-time, Part-time, Intermittent), location, position, and length of time in service.

<ul>
<li>Paid Annual and Sick Leave </li>
<li>Holiday Pay </li>
<li>Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance </li>
<li>Flexible/Dependent Spending Account </li>
<li>Pension Plan </li>
<li>401k Savings Plan </li>
<li>Life Insurance </li>
<li>Short Term/Long Term Disability </li>
<li>Tuition Assistance </li>
<li>Paid Parental Leave </li>
</ul>
 
OTHER ESSENTIAL INFORMATION:
<ul>
<li>Residency Requirements: Non-U.S. nationals, who are authorized to work in the U.S. and applying for any DHS position, must have resided within the United States, or U.S. territories, for at least three of the last five years. </li>
<li>Selectee will be required to participate in Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer as the Standard method of payment for payroll and travel purposes.</li>
<li>Males born after 12/31/59 and at least 18 years of age must be registered with the Selective Service System, unless covered by an exemption under the Selective Service Law, in accordance with 5 U.S. Code 3378. Selectee will be required to provide a written statement regarding his registration status unless he is exempted by this statute.</li>
<li>Must satisfactorily complete a Federal Background check and all pre-employment requirements, which may include, but are not limited to, background checks, security clearances, drug testing, verification of employment history, and any other requirements applicable to this position. Additionally, you may be required to meet specific job-related qualifications or certifications as a condition of your employment.</li>
<li>Applicants may not be employed in the chain of command of their relatives. </li>
<li>This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.</li>
</ul>

HOW TO APPLY
Additional Information on how you will be evaluated:
Your resume or application must clearly demonstrate the required experience and/or education. Experience includes both paid and unpaid work, such as volunteer service through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, community, student, social, committee, sports, or internships). Volunteer work can help develop essential skills, competencies, and leadership experience that may translate directly to paid employment. Your resume is the primary tool used to assess your qualifications. Therefore, we strongly encourage you to provide clear, specific, and detailed descriptions of your experience.

You MUST submit a resume or any other written format in English of your choice. It is recommended the resume clearly identifies: (1) The announcement number, title and pay band of the job you are applying for, and, (2) Information such as full name; mailing address; country of citizenship (U.S. Citizenship required OR valid authorization to work in the US); highest Federal grade or NAF pay band held with job series, title, and dates held (if applicable); a statement requiring proof of veterans’ preference by means of DD 214; education; and relevant work experience including start/end dates, supervisor’s name and phone number, salary and title, series and grade if experience was with a non-appropriated fund instrumentality of the Federal government. You should also include a copy of your most recent performance appraisal if you are a current Federal or NAF employee. Applications may not be sent in franked Government envelopes; applications filed in this fashion will not receive consideration. If information is not complete, you may be excluded from consideration. The first application and/or resume submitted for a specific requisition will be considered the only submission. Any duplicate submissions to the same requisition will not be considered. The application date will be used in determining these factors. 
 
Outside Candidates: To apply, please visit our website at <a href="https://shopcgx.com" target="_blank">https://shopcgx.com</a> and click on “Careers” at bottom of the page. Internal Candidates: Sign into ADP Workforce now. Click on Myself/Talent/Career Center. Search by location or Job Title for: 
 
Child Care Assistant (Developmental) (3) – 6575
Kodiak, AK, US
 
Equal Employment Opportunity: All candidates will be considered without regard to any non-merit factor such as race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or marital status. 
 
PRIVACY ACT NOTICE
Authority: The U.S. Coast Guard rates applicants under the authority of Title 5 of U.S. Code, Sections 301, 1104, 1302, 2103, 3301, 3304, Executive Order 9397, and Departmental Regulations.
Principal Purpose: To collect information needed to determine how well an applicant’s education and work experience qualifies them for the job they are applying for.
Routine Use: This information provided will be shared with the hiring manager and interview panel members. It may also be shared in response to a request for discovery or for appearance of a witness, information that is relevant to the subject matter involved in a pending judicial or administrative proceeding.
Disclosure: Voluntary, however, failure to disclose the requested information may result in an applicant not receiving consideration for a position in which the information is needed.
Paperwork Reduction Act Statement: An agency may not conduct or sponsor an information collection, and a person is not required to respond to this information unless it displays a current valid OMB control number and an expiration date. The control number for this collection is OMB 1625-0120, expiration 01/30/2025. The estimated average time to complete this application is 40 minutes. If you have any comments regarding the burden estimate you can write to U.S. Coast Guard, Community Services Command, 510 Independence Parkway, Suite 500, Chesapeake, VA 23320.

Child Care Assistant (Developmental) (3) - 6575

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description

Now Hiring: Direct Support Professional (DSP) Job Type: Part Time &amp; Full Time Pay: $16.50-$18.50 (Based on Experience and Education) 
 
???? Make Every Day Meaningful – Become a DSP! ????
Looking for more than just a job?
As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you will make a real difference helping individuals live happy, and independent lives.
Why You’ll Love It:
✨ Paid Training (No Experience Needed!)
✨ Flexible Schedules
✨ Health Insurance &amp; Other Benefits
✨ Paid Time Off
✨ Career Growth Opportunities

What you’ll do:
<ul>
<li>Provide support with Daily Living Activities (Meals, Personal Care, Errands, Etc.).</li>
<li>Encourage Independence and Community Involvement.</li>
<li>Build Positive, and Supportive Relationships.</li>
<li>Help Create Fun, Safe, and Engaging Experiences.</li>
</ul>

Direct Support Professional- Adams & York County PA, PT & FT

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
 
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
 
1. Create a nurturing, positive learning environment and develop strategies to help the clients cope effectively with social, emotional and physical situations of daily living and facilitate independent performance in these areas.

2. Must be able to perform all job functions required. Must be able to lift and transfer 70-75lbs. The work is active and performed both inside and outside of the home.

3. Must be able to utilize approved protective hold techniques in order to keep you, clients, and co-workers safe.

4. Implement Individual Plan of Care/Follow-Along Plan based in the Interdisciplinary Team’s identification of client needs; record data on all identified teaching strategies, behavior plans, report client’s progress needs and any barriers that impede progress. Responsible to maintain and document an awareness of individual treatment plans, inclusive of use of leisure time, community experiences, use of public transportation, safety skills, personal hygiene and activities of daily living.

5. Monitor medical, physical and behavioral changes in individuals on a daily basis and report changes to the Supervisor, RN Program Coordinator or Program Director as it occurs, is observed or discovered; write up incident reports and submit to Program Coordinator or Residential Program Manager within 24 hours.

6. Once Medication Certified, administer medication to clients at prescribed times; in accordance with agency policy and DDS regulatory standards. Report all errors of medication administration or documentation to the RN, Program Manager and Program Coordinator immediately.

7. Monitor and assist in making medical and other related appointments as requested. Following medical appointments assist and monitor follow through on all doctors’ orders and recommendations per RN direction.

8. Participate in the planning, purchasing and preparation of meals within available budgetary resources; ensure clients’ dietary plans are followed.

9.Maintain the appearance, cleanliness and upkeep of the house, properties and vehicle, insuring they are clean and safe. Report all repair needs to the Program Manager and/or Program Coordinator in a timely manner.

10. Conduct self in a professional manner when interacting with participants, supervisors, co-workers, families, medical profession and members of the community.

11. Participate in training opportunities (in-service training, staff meetings, conferences, etc.), as required; maintain all required training per agency policy and DDS regulatory requirement.

12. Provide accurate accounting of agency’s petty cash and client funds in an informative, auditable condition at all times, as required or requested by the Residential Program Manager.

13. Assures individuals’ right to privacy and adheres to CRI’s confidentiality policy.

14. Take individuals to a variety of community based outings ensuring that all health and safety measures in the Individuals support plan are followed while in the community. Utilizes the agency vehicle following state laws and safety procedures.

15. Familiarize oneself with CRI policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with same.

16. Assist in developing a positive neighborhood/community relationship.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS
 
 1. Demonstrate organizational ability, experience and ability to communicate effectively with persons with developmental disabilities.

 2. Demonstrate some knowledge of educational and behavioral programs.

 3. Demonstrate willingness to learn about current issues in the field of developmental disabilities.

 4. Be able to communicate with people at various ability levels.

 5. Possess organizational abilities to implement programs and services designed to enhance the individual’s learning process.

 6. Possess self-motivation.

 7. Be interested in improving the quality of life for people; be interested in household management; be interested in teaching.

 8. Display patience, encouraging attitude, optimism, energy, communication skills, and a nurturing temperament.

 9. Have the ability to perform active work, both inside and outside of the program.

10. Must possess a valid CT driver’s license and have a good driving record. Must have reliable transportation and may be required to utilize personal vehicle to transport clients.

EDUCATION
 
A high school diploma or GED and at least two years of experience in the field of Human Services preferred. A Bachelor’s degree in a related Human Services area in addition to experience is preferred.

 Per Diem As needed

Resident. Instructor

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
 
 Direct Support Professional - Residential
 
 
Help Others to ASPIRE HIGHER!
 
When a group of families came together in 1957 to find services for their children with developmental disabilities, ACLD was born. Today, we are a leading not-for-profit agency employing 1200+ staff and providing over 70 program sites in Nassau and Suffolk. ACLD assists children, teens and adults in reaching the highest level of independence with the freedom to ASPIRE HIGHER in their hopes, dreams and accomplishments. We are currently seeking a few exceptional people who have a passion to create a meaningful impact in the lives of the amazing people we support.
 
We have great opportunities for positive, motivated individuals to work in a residential setting assisting adults diagnosed with intellectual/developmental disabilities in becoming self-sufficient and self-actualized. Get in on the ground floor and train for an entry level career in the healthcare/education field! 
 
In this position, you will:
 
· Help residents achieve/exceed their personal goals
· Provide structure and emotional support 
· Assist in resolving behavioral issues
· Help people supported with personal hygiene needs 
· Complete detailed, accurate documentation 
· Transport program participants to and from medical appointments and recreation activities using Agency vehicles 
 
We require:
 
· Clean, valid NYS Driver’s license 
· High School diploma or equivalent 
· Some experience working with the intellectually and developmentally disabled population preferred; but will train. Cooking and light housekeeping may be required. 
· Must obtain and maintain AMAP (within six months of hire) and SCIP certifications
· Prior experience as Caregiver, Care Assistant, Personal Assistant, Resident Assistant, Direct Care Worker, Nursing Assistant, Home Care Aide or Companion is a plus
 
 
 
 
Apply online at <a href="http://www.acld.org" target="_blank">www.acld.org</a> or just email to <a href="mailto:jobs@acld.org" target="_blank">jobs@acld.org</a>. An EOE m/f/d/v
 
 Wed- Sun 12a- 8 am 40

Direct Support Professional-FT Overnight

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description

Company Update: 
 The owner of Genesis owns several other companies that provide long-term care in group home settings. To make things simpler, he has decided to combine all of his companies and manage them under one new company called Synova Group. Synova Group will handle employee services, such as recruitment, training, and accounting. 
Must be comfortable working with Challenging Behaviors! 

What is a Direct Support Professional? 
<ul>
<li>Direct Support Professionals provide support and supervision to individuals who have developmental, mental health, or physical disabilities.</li>
</ul>
Who makes a great Direct Support Professional? 
<ul>
<li>Has a passion for helping others.</li>
<li>Is flexible and dependable.</li>
<li>Displays the qualities of the company’s core values including service excellence, you centered care, nurturing relationships, ownership, value in every voice, and authenticity.</li>
</ul>

Why is being a Direct Support Professional so rewarding? 
<ul>
<li>Direct Support Professionals get to know new people and create relationships. They also get to participate in new experiences and have fun while at work! Direct Support Professionals go home every single day knowing they made a difference.</li>
</ul>
What are the responsibilities of a Direct Support Professional? 
<ul>
<li>Helps to establish and keep community relationships and friendships.</li>
<li>Assists individuals with daily routines including, but not limited to, household tasks, cooking and eating, individual self-care, socializing, use of leisure time, health and safety, money management and behavior management.</li>
<li>Administers medications.</li>
<li>Provides transportation.</li>
<li>Documents services and events through an online computer program.</li>
</ul>

Who are we looking for? 
Applicants must: 
<ul>
<li>Be 18 years or older, with a high school diploma preferred and one year of experience delivering services to individuals with disabilities.</li>
<li>Possess a valid driver’s license, have access to an insured vehicle, have a clean driving record, and need to pass a DHS background study.</li>
<li>Exhibit basic computer skills to be successful in this position.</li>
</ul>

Working Conditions: 
The Direct Support Professional is subject to flexible hours, including split shifts, varied days and times, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and overnights, depending on coverage needs of the site and the company. This position may be expected to cover other sites. This position will travel regularly into the community and work in a variety of settings both inside and outside the site and throughout the community. The Direct Support Professional is subject to frequent interruptions and imposed deadlines. This person sits, walks, bends, lifts, reaches, and moves intermittently during working hours. 
This person is subject to frequent problem-solving activities and has regular contact with individuals, family members, friends, and the general public, who may be hostile or emotionally upset. The position may be subject to physically aggressive individuals and may be exposed to infectious diseases, odor, and dust. 

Synova Group offers a competitive salary and a full list of benefits, including PTO, paid holidays, health, dental, life insurance, and disability insurance. Paid training is conducted in our Brooklyn Park office and is led by Synova Group employees. 
You will work in an environment that makes you feel proud of what you do and work with others who have a strong desire to support individuals with disabilities. Synova Group focuses on person-centered planning to provide the best care to our individuals. 
Synova Group provides many growth opportunities for those looking to advance their career and places value on internal promotion! 
This position reports to the House Supervisor. The position is classified as non-exempt. 
Synova Group is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.

Awake Overnight Full Time DSP

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
Join the excitement of a dynamic company committed to providing exceptional neurological rehabilitation to adults with brain injury! ReMed, a Collage Rehabilitation Partner is a growing organization dedicated to excellence, honesty and ethics in the treatment of our clients and each other. For more than 35 years, we’ve developed programs to meet the diverse needs of clients with moderate to severe traumatic and acquired brain injuries. We provide treatment for post-concussion syndrome, stroke, memory loss, neurobehavioral issues and accident or sports-related head injuries. 
 
Schedule: 5a-9a
 or 9a-2p
 
Ratios: 4 to 8 or 1 to 3 
 
Benefits include, but are not limited to:
<ul>
<li>Comprehensive benefit package (medical, dental, vision, disability, 401(k) and more)</li>
<li>Tuition Assistance</li>
<li>Referral Bonus</li>
</ul>
We are searching for Direct Support Professionals to work in our residential programs located in Greensburg and Irwin Pennsylvania. 
<ul>
<li>This position provides minimum to maximum assistance and/or supervision to promote our clients’ success in daily living tasks, recreational activities and vocational pursuits</li>
<li>Responsibilities include assisting clients with personal care and hygiene, therapies, and driving and accompanying clients to appointments, activities and other outings</li>
<li>Candidates must be comfortable working with a variety of medically complicated and behaviorally challenged clients</li>
</ul>
Requirements:
<ul>
<li>A high school diploma or GED is required***</li>
<li>Must be at least 18 years of age</li>
<li>Must have a valid driver's license and responsible driving behaviors must be maintained</li>
<li>Ability to lift 50lbs</li>
</ul>
***Diplomas from non-U.S. educational institutions must include professional documentation/evaluation that the non-U.S. educational program is equivalent to or exceeds U.S. educational requirements; documentation is required prior to becoming an employee
 
Collage Rehabilitation Partners is an equal employment opportunity employer. We are dedicated to hiring the person who is best suited for our positions. It is the policy of Collage Rehabilitation Partners to consider all individuals without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation or national origin. 
#JT

Direct Support Professional (DSP) Part-Time

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
The Arc Eastern Connecticut has been providing services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities for more than 60 years. We actively champion for full community inclusion and are a licensed and contracted service provider of the Connecticut Department of Development Services. We provide residential, daytime, employment, and social supports to people with IDD and their families. Come join our team! 
Schedule:
Mon, Wed, Fri 1030am-630pm

Work Location: 
Ledyard, CT
 
Description:
Our Direct Support Professionals are committed to facilitate, model, and build skills that will lead to the optimal independence of the people we support. 

Essential Functions:
<ul>
<li>Deliver training, support, and assistance to participants in the areas of personal care, recreation and leisure, daily living skills, social skills, health needs, personal preferences, exercising of individual rights, community integration, and behavior management.</li>
<li>Participate in the design, implementation and monitoring of the participants individualized support plan. Your observations and opinions are crucial to tailoring an achievable plan.</li>
<li>Accurately administer prescribed medications to participants as ordered by physicians.</li>
<li>Accurately complete required documentation including but not limited to program data, incident reports, daily log, progress notes, and health records.</li>
<li>Always ensure participants health and safety including but not limited to prevention of abuse, perform CPR, perform Standard First Aid, perform Heimlich procedure, and evacuate participants in case of a fire.</li>
<li>Providing transportation to recreational and community activities </li>
<li>Prepare participants meals following published menus.</li>
<li>Must have the ability to mentor and assist people in all areas of life skills including recreation, independence, communication, and health. </li>
</ul>
Expectations: 
<ul>
<li>Demonstrates a positive work ethic.</li>
<li>Can work with limited supervision.</li>
<li>Advocates for and protects participants’ rights in accordance with Arc policies and procedures.</li>
<li>Treats all individuals in an age-appropriate manner, with respect and dignity, and to encourage opportunities that promote choice.</li>
<li>Maintains a mature and positive attitude when dealing with program participants, staff, families, the public and outside representatives.</li>
<li>Works with a spirit of cooperation with all departments.</li>
<li>Carries out all job responsibilities in a professional manner.</li>
<li>Attends all agency staff meetings and training sessions.</li>
<li>Maintains attendance. Adheres to policies on attendance, days of absence, and illness.</li>
<li>Keeps supervisor informed of any significant events or the need to modify any area of the operation/activity.</li>
<li>Serves as a positive and appropriate role model for program participants.</li>
<li>Provides advocacy for participants based on their personal choice and their individual plan.</li>
<li>Develops and maintains positive relationships with participants, their families, and providers.</li>
<li>Responds to need of participants, families, and providers in a timely and professional manner.</li>
</ul>
Minimum Qualifications:
<ul>
<li>Prior experience working with people who have developmental and physical disabilities preferred. </li>
<li>Must have the ability to mentor and assist people in all areas of life skills including recreation, independence, communication, and health. </li>
<li>Valid driver’s license required. </li>
<li>High School Diploma or GED Required</li>
<li>Applicants must possess basic computer aptitude and be able to speak/write in English.</li>
</ul>
Benefits:
<ul>
<li>Dental insurance</li>
<li>Employee assistance program</li>
<li>Health insurance</li>
<li>Life insurance</li>
<li>Paid time off</li>
<li>Referral program</li>
</ul>
If you:
<ul>
<li>Appreciate paid training while you get state certified.</li>
<li>Can use medical, dental and life insurance.</li>
<li>Would enjoy getting 11 recognized holidays off and paid each year.</li>
<li>Earn paid vacation and paid sick leave; and</li>
<li>We pay a starting hourly rate of $18.30 per hour.</li>
<li>We can start you working and earning towards your employment goal.</li>
</ul>

 
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.

Direct Support Professional - Part Time

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
1st shift, 2nd shift, 3rd shift weekdays and weekends available- External only
SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY:
The Direct Support Staff is responsible for all aspects of resident care as well as for routine maintenance of the residence.
 WORKING RELATIONSHIP:
The Direct Support Staff reports directly to the Manager also the Lead Direct Support Staff on duty for all aspects of the job responsibilities. Develops and maintains relationships with the following:
<ul>
<li>Residents, Manager, Lead Direct Support Staff, co-workers, Agency Nurses, Agency Behaviorist, residents’ family and/or guardians, Healthcare Consultants, DDS employees, and people in the community. </li>
</ul>
 QUALIFICATIONS:
<ol>
<li>High School diploma or GED is required.</li>
<li>Obtain and maintain medication certification.</li>
<li>Good interpersonal relationship and communication skills.</li>
<li>Maturity, good judgment, and ability to handle confidential information.</li>
<li>Must be proficient, or become proficient, and maintain proficiency in First Aid, CPR, PMT, Abuse/Neglect, DDS Medication Administration and other resident's specific medical and habilitative needs. Attend all required in-services and staff meetings. Review and follow all agency policies and procedures.</li>
<li>Competent in basic computer skills, experienced with electronic health records is preferred.</li>
<li>Valid Connecticut Driver’s License and eligibility for Network, Inc.'s auto insurance.</li>
<li>Must be physically able to assist participants when necessary (i.e. lifting, using approved adaptive equipment, using approved physical restraint techniques).</li>
<li>Must be proficient, or become proficient, and maintain proficiency in the electronic health record system THERAP.</li>
</ol>
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
 1. Participate, as assigned, in providing all aspects of direct resident care as described in residents' individual plan and properly documenting activities as appropriate by applicable rules, regulations, and licensing including:
<ul>
<li>activities of daily living (ADL)</li>
<li>individual plan goal activities</li>
<li>socialization</li>
<li>development and communication skills</li>
<li>development of meaningful interpersonal relationships</li>
<li>development of self-preservation skills</li>
<li>development of habilitation skills</li>
<li>personal hygiene</li>
<li>transportation</li>
<li>positive role model</li>
<li>leisure and recreation skills</li>
<li>development of cooking skills</li>
<li>implement behavioral plan</li>
</ul>
 2. Participate, as assigned, in all routine residence maintenance as is appropriate within the normal context of home ownership.
3. Responsible for safeguarding and proper handling of residents’ belongings and funds on the premises.
4. Documents appropriate resident and residence electronic health records including:
<ul>
<li> periodic resident specific status assessment</li>
<li>daily resident specific task analysis charts</li>
<li>other daily resident specific records as directed</li>
<li>ongoing inter-staff communication in the T-logs</li>
<li>medication administration documentation</li>
<li>resident attendance</li>
<li>ongoing residence maintenance records as directed</li>
<li>other records as directed</li>
</ul>
5. Participates in the normal family routine of meal preparation, as needed and assigned.
6. Participation in an ongoing program of staff in-service and staff meetings.
7. Observes all residents' rights and other appropriate legislation affecting the community residence.
8. Adheres to all community residence policies and procedures ,
9. Works as an active and constructive team member in all duties.
10 Maintains resident confidentiality and resident record confidentiality.
11. May be requested to cover coworkers’ vacation, sick, or other planned/unplanned absences from work as well as additional emergency staffing including being frozen in on shift.
12. Other duties as deemed necessary.

Direct Support Staff

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
TELACU Residential Management, Inc. (TRM) has developed thousands of apartment homes, creating beautiful residential communities throughout California. These communities are operated by TELACU Residential Management, Inc. (TRM), which provides the highest levels of in-house oversight, security, maintenance and social service care that our residents deserve. Each community is managed with the philosophy that we are servants in their home, rather than them being guests in ours.
The Resident Services Coordinator (“RSC I”) is responsible for providing supportive service to elderly and physically challenged residents living at TELACU Residential Management (“TRM”) housing communities. RSC Level I to Level II requires evaluation of employee skill and performance levels by Director of Resident Services Programs (DRSP) and Resident Services Supervisor (RSS). Due to the nature of work assigned, the timeframe and transition will vary and in some instances an RSC Level I may be permanently allocated a RSC Level I.
 The RSC I, works with residents in a comprehensive and proactive manner to assess and identify resident needs and implements individual health-driven aging plans and educates residents on available resources. The position is an advocate for residents, manages the 504 reasonable accommodation process, and works on case management to prevent premature institutionalization to supports residents to safely age in place. 
 Responsible for creating partnerships with social services partners and health care providers facilitating care management meetings to ensure situations are coordinated across partner organizations while the aggregate need of the resident is supported through appropriate services and helps with transition plans in collaboration with hospitals, assisted living, rehabilitation facilities, nursing homes and impacted families, as needed.
Essential Job Duties 
<ul>
<li>Serves as resident advocate when an issue arises that affects their daily lives or well-being.</li>
<li>Initiates 504 process for reasonable accommodations and modifications to address residents needs and manages process to ensure timeliness of completion. Works with the 504 Coordinator and maintenance staff, as needed based on approval or denial of accommodation by completing the process with a written notification to resident of the final resolution of 504 request.</li>
<li>Prepare a Supportive Services Plan. The plan must include: [1] activities and services that facilitate safely aging in place by helping participants proactively address their health and social support needs; [2] provide an ongoing benefit to maximize the impact of the funds; and [3] include the use of evidence-based programming (EBP) or evidence-informed programs.</li>
<li>Supports the Resident Services Supervisor in preparing and writing grants, proposals, applications, and reporting.</li>
<li>Provides case management by assessing resident’s need with self-disclosed care needs; updates support/needs in response to changing needs as residents age in place. </li>
<li>Develops resource directories for the housing community by working with property management team on outreach process and educates residents about community programs and resources.</li>
<li>Makes appropriate referrals to service providers on behalf of residents.</li>
<li>Creates annual calendars for ongoing education, wellness programs, compliance presentations for residents.</li>
<li>Liaison with community, creates awareness of the resident services program and develops partnerships to support the residents. </li>
<li>Support and coordinate care for discharged residents as they transition back to their apartments. Develop networks with family and friends to support residents.</li>
<li>Facilitate language services to residents with limited English proficiency via the approved company translation services. </li>
<li>Provides support to residents, to include eviction, crisis prevention, and conflict resolution.</li>
<li>A member of the on-site team to ensure residents understand regulatory and lease agreement requirements, i.e., annual recertification documents, REAC/NSPIRE unit inspections, and reasonable accommodation/ modification requests/ orders.</li>
</ul>
OTHER DUTIES
<ul>
<li>Timely submittal of required reports that include semi-monthly management, monthly frail, and at-risk reports, as outlined in the Operational Policies and Procedures Manual (OPPM) and HUD.</li>
<li>Maintains necessary data using AASC Online; case management, progress updates, to include interactions, program participation, and sentinel events (falls, emergency department visits).</li>
<li>Maintains personal resident information in accordance with applicable privacy and confidentiality requirements per policy and HUD requirements.</li>
<li>Must respond to calls and/or after hours or weekends as needed by the assigned housing community.</li>
</ul>
EXPERIENCE &amp; EDUCATION: 
<ul>
<li>Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Gerontology, Psychology or Counseling or equivalent combination of education and experience.</li>
<li>Bilingual English/Spanish preferred </li>
<li>Ability to advocate, organize and problem-solve.</li>
<li>Ability to communicate in understandable lay language at appropriate literacy and cognitive level ability by residents, both verbal and written communications.</li>
<li>Understanding the needs of low-income older adults and persons with disabilities in a sensitive manner.</li>
<li>Disciplined to be self-starter, work independently, and be part of a team.</li>
<li>Ability to multi-task and establish priorities in a sometimes busy and stressful environment.</li>
<li>Ability to establish positive and collaborative relationships with residents, staff, and community-based providers.</li>
<li>Experience working with older adults and special need individuals.</li>
<li>Knowledge of program and services to support the elderly and special needs population.</li>
<li>Cultural competency with diverse populations, individuals from different ethnic and racial backgrounds, including working with non-English speaking adults.</li>
<li>Familiarity and understanding of working with individuals with mental health needs.</li>
<li>Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.</li>
</ul>
 COMPUTER &amp; SOFTWARE SKILLS: 
<ul>
<li>Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Internet.</li>
<li>Familiar with AASC Online and HUD provided Software; not preferred. </li>
</ul>
TRAVEL: 
<ul>
<li>Occasional local travel to corporate office and other TRM locations, program and services in the community, meetings held at other TRM locations and visits to local hospitals, Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF), Assisted Living and rehabilitation facilities as needed.</li>
<li>Must have a valid California Driver’s License, proof of current vehicle insurance and driving record that meets TELACU Industries insurer’s criteria; must be able to use own vehicle in the course of work.</li>
</ul>
Physical Requirements:
Constantly (6-8 hours per day) -Sitting, Using hands to finger, handle or feel (computer operation)Occasionally (up to 3 hours per day)-Standing, Walking, Stooping/Bending, Reaching with hands and arms, Lifting of up to 20 lbs.
Work Environment &amp; Exposures
Position may require occasional exposure to fumes or airborne particles, vibration and loud noise levels. Will be exposed to varying weather conditions, soil, pollen, grass and plant materials and fertilizer while working; will be exposed to cleaning solutions of home strength; may be exposed to industrial strength solutions for pest control, paints or solvents. Hazards: Occasionally exposed to biohazards such as blood borne pathogens, sewage, building waste.
TELACU Offers a Competitive Benefits Package:
<ul>
<li>Medical health coverage options: Limited HMO, Full HMO and POS</li>
<li>Dental coverage options: Dental HMO (DMO) and PPO</li>
<li>Vision PPO insurance option</li>
<li>Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for Medical Expense Reimbursement &amp; Dependent Day Care</li>
<li>401 (k) Retirement Plan with generous employer match</li>
<li>Company Paid Basic Life/ AD&amp;D Insurance</li>
<li>Voluntary Supplemental Basic Life/ AD&amp;D Insurance</li>
<li>Company Paid Long-Term Disability</li>
<li>Company Paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)</li>
<li>Colonial Voluntary Supplemental Insurance Options</li>
<li>Paid Time Off for Vacation, Sick and Holidays</li>
<li>Education Reimbursement</li>
</ul>

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