Description: Our In-Home Support Specialists are committed to facilitate, model, and build skills that will lead to the optimal independence of the people we support. Schedule: TBD Flexible - afternoon & weekends Work Location: Norwich, CT Essential Functions: • Daily activities such as meal preparation and planning • Personal care • Facilitating community involvement by accompanying individuals on outings in the community • Providing transportation to recreational and community activities • Supporting therapeutic and behavioral plans Expectations: • Demonstrates a positive work ethic. • Can work with limited supervision. • Advocates for and protects participants’ rights in accordance with Arc policies and procedures. • Treats all individuals in an age-appropriate manner, with respect and dignity, and to encourage opportunities that promote choice. • Maintains a mature and positive attitude when dealing with program participants, staff, families, the public and outside representatives. • Works with a spirit of cooperation with all departments. • Carries out all job responsibilities in a professional manner. • Attends all agency staff meetings and training sessions. • Maintains attendance. Adheres to policies on attendance, days of absence, and illness. • Keeps supervisor informed of any significant events or the need to modify any area of the operation/activity. • Serves as a positive and appropriate role model for program participants. • Provides advocacy for participants based on their personal choice and their individual plan. • Develops and maintains positive relationships with participants, their families, and providers. • Responds to need of participants, families, and providers in a timely and professional manner. • Possesses a valid driver’s license, privately owned vehicle, and evidence of insurance. Minimum Qualifications: • Prior experience working with people who have developmental and physical disabilities preferred. • Must have the ability to mentor and assist people in all areas of life skills including recreation, independence, communication, and health. • Valid driver’s license required. • High School Diploma or GED • Applicants must possess basic computer aptitude and be able to speak/write in English. Highlights: • Appreciate paid training while you get state certified. • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance • Eleven recognized holidays off and paid each year. • Earn paid vacation and paid sick leave. • We can start you working and earning towards your employment goal. Opportunities for advancement are offered. Helping others is a reward that will stay with you the rest of your life. The Arc Eastern Connecticut is an Equal Opportunity Employer.