<p>Developmental Service Worker (DSW) NEEDED</p> <p>Do you have a passion for helping others? Come join our team!!</p> <p>Locations: Berlin, Bloomfield, New Britain, Unionville</p> <p>A Developmental Support Worker is responsible for the direct care and coordination of residential services. This person will provide care to residents with intellectual, developmental and/or physical disabilities in a residential setting.</p> <p>Position Types - 1st, 2nd, & 3rd shift Full Time, Part Time & Per Diem positions available.</p> <p>Hours vary for each position to fit the need of the program.</p> <p>Apply today for more information!</p> <p>GENERAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES</p> <p>The following duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:</p> <ol> <li> <p>Treat individuals with respect, dignity and compassion at all times</p> </li><li> <p>Daily living</p> </li></ol> <ul> <li>Assist individuals with: </li><li>Teach and support individuals in achieving their meaningful goals set forth by the individuals and their Team </li><li>Plan, purchase and prepare meals according to individual's dietary needs </li><li>Plan and participate in leisure time and recreational activities </li><li>New social opportunities/experiences to the individuals </li><li>Cope effectively with social, emotional and physical situations </li><li>Personal hygiene care and Transportation </li><li>Clean, maintain and participate in the upkeep of the home and properties </li></ul> <ol start="3"> <li>Documentation / Communication: </li></ol> <ul> <li>Documentation provided by staff is considered a legal document </li><li>Accumulate and record data relevant to behavioral programs, individual's progress, developmental needs and barriers impeding progress in Therap. </li><li>Identify and prioritize individuals' need. </li><li>Complete comprehensive documentation. </li><li>Reports seizures, behavioral episodes, other medically or emotionally related problems and forward to the residential manager, supervisor, nurse and team members. </li><li>Medical Appointments </li></ul> <ol start="4"> <li>Trainings </li></ol> <ul> <li>Attend, successfully complete and maintain all mandatory trainings/meetings required by DDS and the agency. </li><li>Attendance and successful completion is mandatory for scheduled Medication Administration Certification. </li><li>Yearly maintenance of Med Certification </li></ul> <ol start="5"> <li>HIPAA </li></ol> <ul> <li>Maintain and safeguard individuals' private information. This includes but is not limited to diagnoses, health record, and program documentation. </li></ul> <ol start="6"> <li>Complete any and all tasks related to work assigned by management individually or as a team. </li></ol> <p>QUALIFICATIONS</p> <ul> <li>High school Diploma with 2 years' experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities. AA/AS preferred </li><li>Must have CT DDS Medication Administration Certification or must be able to obtain CT DDS Medication Administration Certification within 6 months of hire. </li><li>Demonstrates organizational ability, communicates effectively with individuals served and members of the team. </li><li>Applicants will be subject to criminal and driving history background checks. Must have a valid Connecticut driver's license with no more than 2 violations in a three year period, subject to review. Drivers History completed annually. </li></ul> <p>EMPLOYEE BENEFITS</p> <p>Catholic Charities offers access to a comprehensive array of benefits, including:</p> <p>For Good Health: Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance</p> <p>For a Secure Future: Life, AD&D and Long-term disability insurance</p> <p>For Retirement: 403(b) Plan, with employer matching contributions for eligible employees</p> <p>For Career Advancement: Training and development opportunities</p> <p>For Work Life Balance: Generous paid time off; including 14 paid holidays, vacation and sick time.</p> <p>Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Free and confidential counseling for employee and immediate family</p> <p>Catholic Charities Inc., Archdiocese of Hartford is in compliance with all applicable discrimination laws. All hiring, promoting, and transferring is done on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to membership in any protected class. EEO/ AA/ M-F/ VET/ DISABLED.</p>