Benhaven is looking for Direct Support Professionals to work for our Individual & Family Supports assisting individuals with autism in their homes and the community. We are seeking enthusiatic and energetic applicants to provide support to our individuals.

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Part-time: 18 hours weekly

Tuesday & Thursday: 4:00pm-7:00pm

Saturday & Sunday: 10:00am-3:00pm

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Meriden:

Part-time: 22 hours weekly

Monday 3:30pm-7:30pm

Tuesday 3:30pm-7:30pm

Wednesday: 3:30pm-7:30pm

Saturday: & Sunday: 10:00am-3:00pm

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_ ** New Haven:** _

Part-time: 9 hours weekly

Tuesday: 9:30am-1:30pm

Friday: 10:00am-3:00pm

Cheshire:

Part-time: 20 hours weekly

Monday: 3:30pm-8:00pm

Friday: 3:30pm-8:00pm

Saturday & Sunday: 10:00am-3:30pm

Guilford-Madison

Part-time: 13 hours weekly

Tuesday 3:30pm-7:30pm

Thursday 3:30pm-7:30pm

Friday 3:00pm-8:00pm

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Responsibilities:

The following duties are assigned to this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Work with individuals on the Autism Spectrum and possibly their families:

• Encourage building skills for independence
• Encourage and assist in increasing socialization
• Encourage and assist individuals with the pursuit of vocational opportunities
• Assist and provide opportunities for individuals to participate in recreational activities

Experience & Requirements:

• Must have experience working with individuals with autism.
• Must be able to pass a variety of background checks.
• Must have a CT driver's license.
• Applicant must have a registered and insured vehicle that can pass a safety inspection.
• Will train in PMT (physical management training) and CPR, if not already certified.

Employee Incentives:

• EAP (Employee Assistance Program & Talkspace Go)
• Employee Discounts (Tickets-At-Work, Verizon, Alliance college discounts, etc.)
• Employee Referral Program
• Mutual of America 403b & 401a

Benhaven, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Benhaven will provide accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

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