Direct Support Professional - Reach Program

Job Description

Job Description

Dynamic Diversity – Caring Collaboration – Individual Integrity – Community Connection

Direct Support Professional

Part-Time

New Haven, CT, US

R equisition ID : 1689

Salary Range : $21.00 Hourly

Schedule : 10 hours per week, Saturday& Sunday 8am-1pm

Chapel Haven Schleifer Center is an award-winning nonprofit company devoted to empowering adults with disabilities to live independent and self-determined lives. We believe self-advocacy supports the growth of our individuals and collaborate with them to create services that foster independence. In 2022, we celebrated 50 years of excellence in the field of disabilities and continue our dedication to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you share our core values of dynamic diversity, caring collaboration, individual integrity, and community connection, we want to hear from you!

Why consider a career at CHSC?

• Comprehensive benefits : Full-time employees receive a complete benefits package, including paid time off and tuition reimbursement.
• Flexible Opportunities : Part- time employees enjoy a flexible schedule, valuable hands-on experience, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of the individuals we support. Select Benefits may also be available.
• Room for growth : We offer a professional yet warm and welcoming workplace with opportunities for career advancement
• Staff longevity and Development : over 50% of our staff have been with us for 5+ plus years, many of whom started in entry-level roles and have grown into fulfilling, long-term careers spanning 10 plus years.
• A culture of Community and Compassion : We take pride in our strong sense of community, teamwork, and dedication to making a difference in the lives of those we serve.

Join us and become part of the team that values professional growth, meaningful work, and a culture of care!

The Role :

Direct Support Professional is responsible for teaching basic daily living and social skills to clients residing in Chapel Haven Residential Program. The Direct Support Professional plays a crucial role in coordinating and delivering the social commutative competence curriculum, ensuring that clients develop essential life skills for greater independence. The Direct Support Professional is essential in fostering an environment where residents can develop the skills needed for a more independent and fulfilling life.

Essential Responsibilities :

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Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

Do not meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women, LGBTQ+, and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align perfectly, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles at Chapel Haven!

Dynamic Diversity – Caring Collaboration – Individual Integrity – Community Connection

10 hours per week, Saturday& Sunday 8am-1pm