Direct Support Professional for In-Home Supports - Benhaven Inc

Benhaven Individual & Family Supports are looking for energetic, flexible professionals to work with our dynamic team throughout the South Central CT areas.  A great candidate must be able to work independently with families and individuals within the community. Come join us!!!

Location: Ansonia

Hours: 30 hours weekly

Schedule: Monday-Friday 3:00pm-9:00pm

Status: Full-time, non-exempt

Pay Range: $18/hour without experience

                 $19/hour with experience

                 $20/hour with experience and certifications (PMT, First Aid & CPR)

Responsibilities: 

The following duties are assigned to this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Work with individuals on the Autism Spectrum and possibly their families:

• Requires some PCA skills
• Encourage building skills for independence
• Encourage and assist in increasing socialization
• Encourage and assist individuals with the pursuit of vocational opportunities
• Assist and provide opportunities for individuals to participate in recreational activities

Experience and Skill Requirements:

• 2 year's experience working with individuals with Autism and/or developmental disabilities a must
• Must have some familiarity with positive behavior supports
• Must pass a variety of background checks
• Must have a CT driver's license
• Must have a registered, insured vehicle which will pass a safety inspection in order to transport individuals int he community

Employee Incentives:

• Vacation days (accrued)
• Personal days (3 annually)
• Sick days (accrued)
• Anthem Medical & Dental (eligible after 60 days)
• Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Spending Account
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life
• Employer Paid Long-term Disability
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Employee Discounts (Tickets-At-Work, Verizon, Alliance college discounts, etc.)
• Employee Referral Program
• Mutual of America 403b & 401a

Benhaven, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Benhaven will provide accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.