New Beginnings for Life is looking for a Residential Assistant to provide direct care for high functioning and independent individuals with intellectual disabilities in our 1 on 1, day program, and group home settings. Our Residential Assistants provide a range of services for individuals based on their needs in their home and/or community. This includes but is not limited to personal care, domestic household services, personal appointments, medical appointments, vocational services, community activities, supervision within the home, and other task based upon their individual goals.

We have first (9am to 3pm), second (3pm to 11pm), and third (11pm to 7am) open shifts Sunday through Saturday. We also have shorter shifts as well. We have first shift day program in Salem, CT or In home supports throughout CT!

This position may require minimal use of personal vehicle to transport individual - with paid mileage!

Option to pick up an additional first, second or third shifts in Colchester, CT during the weekend!

*We offer health insurance to eligible employees with a minimum of 32 hours per week - 401K with company match - and bonus pay.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (not limited to):

• Provide supervision and implement program and behavior plans to adults with a wide range of mental, physical, and intellectual disabilities.
• Provides hands on care for individuals including activities of daily living, personal care and other activities to promote healthy living.
• Assumes responsibility for implementation of individualized treatment plan goals, teaching strategies, and reporting assignments.
• Implements medical/health protocols and required guidelines.
• Teaches and enforces safety practices.
• Provides vital input to the development of the individuals Individual/Treatment Plan.
• Encourages the use of natural supports and fosters involvement in social and community activities while maintaining safety of the individuals supported.
• Supports individuals to engage in routine medical, psychological, dental appointments, personal business and other appointments as needed.
• Assumes responsibility for implementation of individualized treatment plan goals, teaching strategies, and life goals.
• Establishes, develops and maintains respectful relationships with individuals served, and facilitate functional training in vocational, domestic, recreational, leisure and community settings.
• Maintains and attends all required agency, state, or accreditation training as assigned including but not limited to PMT, CPR/First Aid, Abuse/Neglect, CODS, and Cornerstone.
• Establishes rapport and working relationship with individuals being supported and if applicable, family residing in home
• Demonstrates sensitivity and commitment to the individuals supported and family members within the home if applicable
• Attends supervision meetings and other events at the main office as needed.
• Implements Behavior Support plan and required guidelines.
• Assists individuals in making personal choices and accessing community activities.
• Assists/educates individual with household chores as needed.
• Perform other related duties as required.
• Assists/educates with personal care such as eating, toileting, bathing and dressing as prescribed, based on the needs of the individuals served.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• One to three years of experience in human services or relevant field experience preferred.
• Experience with behavioral individuals is preferred
• Flexible and energetic
• Multitasking
• Experience writing case notes and tracking program and behavior data
• Ability to memorize medical, behavioral, and programming guidelines for multiple individuals and implement them effectively
• Communication with individuals in a supportive tone
• Ability to come in early/leave late or occasionally work weekends to fit the needs of the program

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must have a current drivers license and reliable transportation
• Must be comfortable transporting clients in vehicle
• Must be comfortable working in out in the community
• Must be comfortable working in residents homes
• Current CPR/First Aid and PMT Certifications
• Smart Phone (preferred)
• Ability to pass criminal history background check, DMV record check, Abuse and Neglect Registry Check, and Sex Offender Registry Check
• Maintain DDS mandated trainings including CPR/First Aid, PMT, Abuse and Neglect, HIPAA, etc.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.25 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid orientation
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Referral program

Experience:

• Direct Support: 0 to 1 year

License/Certification:

• Clean Drivers License (Required)
• CPR/First Aid (Preferred)
• PMT (Preferred)

Work Location: In person