Orient Group Home - Program Counselor (DSP)
North Haven, CT, United States4w ago
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- Salary
- $40K/yr
- Location
- North Haven, CT, United States
- Work style
- Onsite
- Function
- Healthcare
- Focus area
- other
- Posted
- 4w ago
Skills
personal care
About the role
About the Role
As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you’ll play a vital role in supporting individuals with developmental and physical disabilities in a residential group home setting. You’ll help people live safe, fulfilling lives while building trusting relationships that encourage independence and personal choice.
Your responsibilities may include:
Assisting with daily living skills such as personal care, hygiene, meals, and daily routines
Providing total care support, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, incontinence care, feeding assistance, transfers, positioning, and mobility support as needed
Supporting medical needs, administering medications once DDS Medication-Certification-Training is completed, and accompanying individuals to medical appointments
Monitoring health and well-being and reporting changes or concerns to appropriate team members
Following individualized support and behavior plans
Encouraging community involvement and social engagement
Completing routine overnight safety checks (for overnight staff)
Working collaboratively as part of a compassionate, supportive team
No two days are the same—and every day brings the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking reliable, compassionate individuals who are motivated to make a difference.
Requirements:
High School Diploma or GED
Valid Connecticut Driver’s License
Ability to obtain DDS Medication Certification, CPR, and First Aid
Experience supporting individuals with disabilities is helpful—but not required. We provide paid training to help you succeed.
Pay
$19.28 per hour
Additional $0.50 per hour with DDS Medication Certification
Certification can be obtained after hire if not already certified
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As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you’ll play a vital role in supporting individuals with developmental and physical disabilities in a residential group home setting. You’ll help people live safe, fulfilling lives while building trusting relationships that encourage independence and personal choice.
Your responsibilities may include:
Assisting with daily living skills such as personal care, hygiene, meals, and daily routines
Providing total care support, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, incontinence care, feeding assistance, transfers, positioning, and mobility support as needed
Supporting medical needs, administering medications once DDS Medication-Certification-Training is completed, and accompanying individuals to medical appointments
Monitoring health and well-being and reporting changes or concerns to appropriate team members
Following individualized support and behavior plans
Encouraging community involvement and social engagement
Completing routine overnight safety checks (for overnight staff)
Working collaboratively as part of a compassionate, supportive team
No two days are the same—and every day brings the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking reliable, compassionate individuals who are motivated to make a difference.
Requirements:
High School Diploma or GED
Valid Connecticut Driver’s License
Ability to obtain DDS Medication Certification, CPR, and First Aid
Experience supporting individuals with disabilities is helpful—but not required. We provide paid training to help you succeed.
Pay
$19.28 per hour
Additional $0.50 per hour with DDS Medication Certification
Certification can be obtained after hire if not already certified
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