Direct Support Professional
In 1957, three families joined forces to create resources for their children with intellectual and other disabilities. They strived to give a voice to those who could not speak for themselves. Lumibility has grown to the innovative person-centered organization it is today, serving over 1200 children and adults. Learn more about us and the high-quality services we offer at www.lumibility.org!
The Direct Support Professional will provide supervision, support, and training to people with differing abilities in a day program setting. We are looking for an individual who can provide the environment and supports necessary to promote appropriate social skills and positive behaviors that will enhance skills, transform lives, and foster community presence and participation.
Pay Rate: $19.50/hour
Hours: M-F 7:30am-3:30pm (40 hours/week) non-exempt
Location: Wallingford
What can you expect your day to look like as part of one of our day programs? Check out this video to find out - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mv3MjZ7javE
Essential Functions (not limited to):
- Provide supervision, guidance and instruction to individuals in assigned day service setting(s). Support services may include: direct supervision, personal care, dispensing medication, behavioral interventions, assistance with finding competitive employment, employment training, etc.
- Develop and implement activities that are person-centered and promote positive outcomes.
- Maintain medical, social and programmatic files by recording each person’s progress and documenting required information. Including, but not limited to: service goals, attendance records, behavioral data, progress notes, quarterly and annual reports, and more as needed.
- Supply transportation for service participants in accordance with Lumibility. safe-driving policies and practices.
- Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of Lumibility individuals in accordance with the individual service plan and in compliance with agency policies and procedures.
- Create and maintain positive relationships with service participants, families, co-workers and other community representatives.