Job description

*EMPLOYER CONTRIBUTION for DSP'S in Full-Time & Part-Time (20hrs+) Positions: 9.5% quarterly deposit toward 403B Retirement Plan*

Are you passionate about helping others? Would you like to make a difference in someone’s life? If you answered yes, we encourage you to join the Sunrise family! Sunrise is one of the largest, private not-for-profit organizations in the country dedicated to serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. At Sunrise we pride ourselves in taking an individualized approach in addressing the unique needs of each person seeking or receiving services. As an employer, we seek to provide an environment of growth and development for our employees that is consistent with recognizing the rights, needs, and wants of all people.

Position Purpose

To provide support, assistance, and supervision to persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities to enable them to live valued lives in the community.

Qualifications

• Must successfully complete the required pre-employment Background and Drug Screenings
• Must possess a valid Driver's License which meets company standards for approved driver status
• Must possess basic computer skills
• High School Diploma or equivalent if required by work location
• Minimum one year of experience working in the human service field if required by work location

Essential Functions

• Identifies and reports any suspected abuse or violations of an individual’s rights
• Provides support, assistance, and supervision to meet the needs and goals of the individuals according to their plans
• Ensures that each individual’s training, behavior, and support programs are being implemented and documented in accordance with regulatory requirements
• Ensures that the health, safety, and well-being of the individuals are protected at all times
• Provides a positive, reinforcing environment that promotes independence and choice
• Follows positioning schedules, uses proper equipment and assistive devices per plan
• Provides necessary level of assistance for appropriate diet, texture and equipment
• Ensures all homes, outside areas, and vehicles are well maintained and organized
• Performs all other duties as assigned

This position will remain open until filled

Equal Opportunity Employer & Drug-Free Workplace

Job Type: Part-time 30hr

Salary: $17.25 - $20.08 per hour (Union contractual rates apply)

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Dental insurance
• Referral Program

Schedule:

• Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 3pm-9pm
• Holidays
• Overtime available

Work Locations: Vernwood Dr, Vernon, CT

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $17.25 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Referral program

Schedule:

• Evening shift
• Holidays

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Vernon, CT: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Deal Breaker: Can you attend a one-week Mon-Fri 9am-5pm Orientation Training, with no exceptions? (Mon, Tues, & Wed will be in Hartford, Thurs & Fri; depends on the region you will be working)

~Dates of training to be determined once Pre-Employment Screening is complete

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

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