If you believe nights and weekends are for your family and friends, and not spent working, then have we got a job for you. Community Connections Inc. is looking for Direct Support Professionals to join our Day Hab team based in Yarmouth, MA. In this role, you will support individuals with disabilities by implementing their Day Habilitation Service Plan (DHSP) and documenting their progress. You will help people become more engaged and reach their maximum potential in physical, emotional and social abilities. You will partner with Community Connections in their mission to provide optimal independence and enriching services to people with disabilities. We are looking for someone with a commitment to compassion, promoting accessibility and serving the community. What You'll Do as a

Direct Support Professional:

Implement Day Habilitation Service Plan (DHSP) objectives Document each person's progress towards DHSP objectives Assist individuals physically as necessary Ensure individuals health, safety and general well being Provide and maintain community based habilitation/therapeutic experiences through social, recreational and volunteer opportunities, based on the individual's needs and wishes Ensure and safeguard individuals' human dignity, rights, and liberties What You'll Need as a

Direct Support Professional:

High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) 1+ year's experience and/or training working with individuals with disabilities Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record Proven problem solving abilities Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills Demonstrated ability to work independently Strong computer and word processing skills

Who You Are As A Direct Support Professional:

An advocate for individuals with disabilities Someone who wants their weekends free Someone who enjoys working as part of a team Someone who is willing to learn

What Community Connections Can Provide You:

Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO Health Insurance Blue Cross Blue Shield MA Dental Blue Blue Cross Blue Shield Blue 20/20

Vision Insurance Flexible Spending Account PTO:

9 Paid Holidays, 10 Vacation days, 3 Personal days Employer Paid Group Life/AD&D Insurance Employer Paid Long Term Disability Insurance 403b Retirement Plan with Discretionary Employer Match A workplace with both heart and soul Personal and professional development The opportunity to positively impact the lives of the individuals we serve To be considered for this position, please apply through our official website at https://communityconnectionsinc.org/careers. Thank you! Community Connections Inc. is an EEO employer, disability and veterans. For a current list of all of our career opportunities please visit https://communityconnectionsinc.org/careers

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Mileage reimbursement Paid orientation Paid sick time Paid time off Paid training Professional development assistance Referral program Retirement plan Vision insurance Application Question(s): Are you available to work 40 hours per week M-F 8am-4pm? What is your salary expectation? What is the best method to contact you, email, call or text? Are you ready to make meaningful friendships with people with disabilities? Are you comfortable and willing to assist clients with toileting and feeding, if required, as part of your job responsibilities?

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required) Ability to

Commute:

South Yarmouth, MA 02664 (Required)

Work Location:

In person