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Individual Support Worker

Individual Support Worker

The Kennedy CollectiveTrumbull, CT, United States
6 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

If you are looking to make an impact through a meaningful and rewarding career, we are currently seeking talented, creative, and committed people who share our values of Challenging the Status Quo , Building Community , Creating Purpose , and Ensuring Inclusion by fostering individuals' development, well-being, and growth.

Benefits :

  • Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance
  • Generous PTO
  • 401k
  • Disability
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program

Job Purpose :

Provide appropriate supervision and counsel to individuals served to foster their individual growth and development within a variety of supported living options and recreational and therapeutic programming.

Competencies (6) :

  • Ethics / Integrity : 25%
  • Internal Controls : 15%
  • Problem Solving : 15%
  • Planning & Organizing : 15%
  • Interpersonal Relations : 15%
  • Promoting Physical and Emotional Well-Being : 15%
  • Duties and Responsibilities :

  • Act as case manager to assigned caseload.
  • Maintain accurate individual records and files and submit reports on progress.
  • Attend and facilitate IP and semi-annual meetings.
  • Ensure individual's medical, dental, dietary, psychological and all other habilitative service recommendations and treatments are followed through on as identified on the individual's Plan of Service.
  • Communicate with interdisciplinary team, including DDS, family / guardian, registered nurses and behaviorist.
  • Receive direct supervision from the Program Director.
  • Record and maintain the following records in a timely, consistent and accurate manner : program data, medical and medication records, financial records as applicable, individual's case notes in recreational activities, and all other related records as required.
  • Complete all necessary billing documentation and submit in a timely manner.
  • Actively participate as a team member on the Kennedy Collective team and interdisciplinary team.
  • Assist with the development and actively participate in the implementation of Individual Program Plans.
  • Develop appropriate recreational activities for each individual served.
  • Maintain contact with families and / or guardians as assigned.
  • Knowledgeable of and ensure the protection of each individual's rights in accordance with agency's policies and procedures.
  • Transport individuals for medical examinations, recreational, and other appointments as necessary.
  • Perform various household chores as assigned.
  • Complete annually the required in-services as well as other in-services that are directly job related as specified in the agency's policies and procedures.
  • Schedule medical appointments for individuals as assigned.
  • Keep electronic medical records up to date; appointments, consults, medications, doctor's orders and follow up needs as assigned.
  • Communicate with VNA and Health Care Coordinators as assigned.
  • Other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
  • Requirements

    Qualifications :

  • High School Diploma.
  • Valid Driver's License and ability to possess a State of CT Public Service License.
  • Must maintain a satisfactory driving record.
  • You are required to be in possession of a car on site during your entire shift to transport yourself and / or individuals served to community sites in all weather conditions and throughout all neighborhoods.
  • Depending upon assignment, must be able to work in a variety of settings, weather conditions and locations.
  • Must maintain PMT, CPR certification and eligible for DDS medication certification.
  • Knowledge and skills in Microsoft Office, Therap and the internet.
  • Work a flexible schedule that may include early mornings, evenings, weekends and / or holidays.
  • Work independently; utilize good judgment and possess a strong sense of initiative.
  • Communicate clearly in oral and written form on a constant basis.
  • Access all areas of residential facilities.
  • Physical Requirements :

  • Provide hands on personal care which may include toileting, feeding, cleaning and all other activities of daily living skills.
  • Ability to transfer individuals requiring personal hygiene care.
  • Have physical endurance to use physical crisis intervention techniques which may include restraining individuals.
  • Provide physical intervention which may include lifting, mobility, first aid, and safety evacuations.
  • Climb stairs and move weights up to 10 lbs. on a consistent basis and 50 lbs. on an occasional basis.
  • The Kennedy Collective invests in the success of all new employees by providing an immersive new hire orientation and training experience. Here's what you can expect if you're hired :

  • Two-week new hire orientation including an introduction to the agency, site tours, and employer-funded CPR & PMT certification.
  • Two weeks of job-specific trainings and shadowing at your worksite
  • Check-ins with Human Resources after your first 30, 60, and 90 days
  • The Kennedy Collective is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to equal employment opportunity for all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, genetic information, military service, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Minorities, Women, Individuals with Disabilities, and Veterans are especially encouraged to apply.

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