Part Time Direct Care Aide Weekend-DDS Med Certified -preferred

Part Time Direct Care Aide Weekend-DDS Med Certified -preferred Hamden, CT $19.11 an hour - Part-time $19.11 an hour - Part-time Opportunity House, Inc. is an agency that provides residential and Day Program services to adults on the autism spectrum for over 43 years. Saturday & Sunday hours-7-3 and 3-11 with a shift differnetial Primary responsibilities include: supporting adults on the spectrum in ADL, and recreational activities. Adhere to the steps of written guidelines, programs and Behavior Support Plans. Collect and record reliable data as required for all individual programs. Administer medications per physician's orders. Attend in-service trainings sessions according to DDS regulations.

Qualifications:

A minimum high school diploma however, an Associate Degree or higher is preferrable. Valid Connecticut driver's license is required Department of Developmental Services Medication Administration Certification is preferred. Current PMT, CPR and First Aid certification required. At least three years of experience working with or caring for individuals with autism or developmental disabilities preferred. Only applicants possessing these skills should apply. Please don't apply if you don't have any of the above qualifications.

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$19.11 per hour

Experience:

IDD and Autism:

1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

Drivers License (Required) CPR & First Aid (Required) DDS Med certification (Preferred) Shift availability: Day Shift (Required) Night Shift (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Hamden, CT (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Hamden, CT:

Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person