Intellectual Disability - Licensed Practical Nurse

Key Human Services, Inc. is seeking

Licensed Practical Nurses to join our team of professionals in making a positive difference in the lives of our neighbors and the community.

Responsibilities Include:

• Perform a dual role, providing nursing and residential services in a group home setting
• Meet the clinical needs of the residing individuals, assuring medical needs are met
• Create a healthy, engaging, typical home for people with intellectual disabilities
• Teach and assist with daily living skills and maintain the cleanliness of the home
• Assist with or prepare meals to meet nutritional requirements and specialized diets
• Implement and monitor goals and behavior programs
• Provide and assist with direct care such as personal care and hygiene
• Promote and advocate for the health and wellness of the people supported
• Support individuals to become independent, make decisions, and live a meaningful dignified life with valued social roles (ex: friend, neighbor, student, employee)
• Provide transportation within the community and to medical appointments as necessary using agency and/or personal vehicle

Position Details:

• $26.00 per hour
• Full-time, Part-time, & Casual positions available
• Great work environment, excellent benefits, career development and advancement opportunities
• Competitive benefits package available to Full-time and Part-time employees

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• License Practical Nurse with Connecticut licensure in good standing
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
• Valid Connecticut driver’s license with a three year clean driving history
• Daily access to a privately maintained and insured vehicle or insured driver with reliable transportation
• Successful completion of the pre-employment process, including motor vehicle record and criminal background checks

Keystone Human Services prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Disclaimer:
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.