Responsibilities Include:

• Create a healthy, engaging, typical home for people with intellectual disabilities
• Teach and assist with daily living skills like cooking and light housekeeping
• Provide and assist with direct care such as personal care and hygiene
• Promote and advocate for the health and wellness of the people supported
• Support individuals to become independent, make decisions, and live a meaningful dignified life with valued social roles (ex: friend, neighbor, student, employee)
• Provide transportation within the community and to medical appointments as necessary
• Support Program Director with administrative and operational tasks including scheduling, training and mentoring staff, fire drills, medication checks, cleanliness of home, doctor appointments, etc.
• Provide back-up coverage as needed

Position Details:

• $21.25 per hour
• Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401K, and more
• Generous paid time off program
• Extensive training and learning opportunities
• Career development and advancement

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Three years of work experience in human services or related field; Will consider higher education in lieu of experience
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
• Valid Connecticut driver’s license with a three year clean driving history
• Daily access to a privately maintained and insured vehicle
• Successful completion of the pre-employment process, including motor vehicle record and criminal background checks

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree
• Supervisory experience