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Inc. GIL Foundation Inc. is a compassionate, mission-driven nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We empower individuals to live fulfilling, independent lives through person-centered programs, community integration, and supportive care. Our mission is to promote dignity, inclusion, and self-sufficiency for every person we serve. Position Summary The Assistant Residential Manager plays a dual role of leadership and direct support within GIL Foundation's Adults with Disabilities Program. This position assists in managing daily operations while also working hands-on with clients to support their personal care, daily living, and community participation. The ideal candidate is dependable, compassionate, and skilled in leading a team while maintaining a person-centered, respectful approach to client care. Second Shift Full Time Schedule: Sun- 2pm-10pm Mon-Tues 12pm-10pm Wed-Thurs 12p-6p Fri-Sat OFF Key Responsibilities Assist the Program Manager in overseeing daily program operations and staff supervision. Provide direct, hands-on support to adults with disabilities, including assistance with bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, toileting, and mobility as needed. Support clients in developing and maintaining daily living skills, social skills, and independence. Assist with implementing individual service plans (ISPs) and behavioral support strategies. Coordinate and participate in recreational and community inclusion activities. Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including progress notes, incident reports, and attendance records. Ensure all staff follow agency policies and state/federal regulations. Support scheduling, staff training, and performance evaluations. Communicate effectively with families, guardians, case managers, and outside agencies. Uphold health and safety protocols and report any concerns immediately. Serve as acting Program Manager in their absence to ensure continuity of care and operations. Qualifications Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Psychology, Social Work, or related field preferred. Minimum 2 years of experience working directly with adults with developmental or intellectual disabilities. At least 1 year of supervisory or lead staff experience preferred. Must be comfortable providing hands-on care including bathing, feeding, and other daily living supports. Knowledge of DDS regulations, person-centered care, and crisis intervention strategies. Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and documentation systems. Must have a valid Connecticut driver's license, reliable transportation, and pass all required background checks. Benefits Competitive pay based on experience Paid time off and holidays Health and professional development benefits Supportive, inclusive, and mission-driven work environment The following certifications will need to be obtained and approved within company policy guidelines: State Medication Administration Certification (Group Home Workers Only) First Aid for Accidents CPR - Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation PMT - Physical Management Techniques (Group Home Workers Only) Location Available: Cheshire, CT 06410

GIL Foundation Inc is seeking a highly dependable, compassionate, and organized Residential Program Operator to manage and support our community-based program. This is a leadership role, focusing on overseeing people, building and maintaining relationships, and delivering on our promises to provide the highest quality support at point of service. The Program Operator works closely with staff and individuals served to ensure services are safe, compliant, and aligned with our longstanding Mission, Vision, and Values. We are searching for a highly committed and dependable Manager for this Community Residence in Cheshire. This is already a great program so a person who has a proven record in human services or a related field and ready to serve in a great organization is needed. If you have served as a Leader, Role Model, or even an Assistant Manager in this field, you likely understand the job. Residential management in this field is very complex and challenging but also super rewarding considering the special individuals and families we serve. The right person in this role will be a hands-on leader responsible for all aspects of Program, Medical, Facility, Operations, and Staff Care and Management. If you are someone who truly has a desire to join a mission based organization, and is friendly, compassionate, and genuinely cares for and appreciates people, then this might just be the right opportunity you. This program consists of five wonderful residents with four in-house day programs. In addition, this program is supported by two Assistants to help supervise, as well as 10-15 Direct Support caregivers responsible for the highest quality of care at point of service. Benefits We Offer: Salary Based Life Insurance Health Savings Account Plans - HSA Supplemental Benefit Plans 401(k) Employee Retirement Plans Employee Referral Incentive Plan Meaningful, Life Changing Careers Supplemental Compensation Pleasant, Supportive Atmosphere in a Casual Work Environment Employee Paid Time Off Employee Medical Health Benefits - 100% Employer Paid for Worker Dependent Medical Health Benefits - 50% Employer Paid for Dependents Enhanced Compensation for FT Employees who waive Medical Benefits Key Responsibilities: Oversee daily program operations and community based services. Support, supervise, and mentor Direct Support Professionals (DSPs). Build strong relationships with individuals served, families, and community partners. Ensure services are person-centered and promote independence and inclusion. Maintain documentation and support compliance with state and agency standards. Maintain scheduling, staff training, and program coordination. Address concerns, incidents, and service needs promptly and professionally. Familiarity with Connecticut DDS regulations. The Residential Program Operator will need to be flexible with their schedule and availability to work due to the nature of 24-hour care for individuals requiring high levels of support in a facility that you might potentially supervise. Someone who can manage the entire program needs (with support of course) including medical, financial, programmatic, recreational, and facility management. Someone who is willing to explore opportunities for personal expression, new experiences, and routine family interaction for our residents is preferred. The Residential Program Operator will receive routine support from two dedicated Assistant Program Managers to assist with program assignments. Subject to Call schedules are shared and rotated between team management, in order to share the workload and reduce the necessary burden. The following certifications will need to be obtained and approved within company policy guidelines: State Medication Administration Certification CPR - Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation PMT - Physical Management Techniques First Aid for Accidents Our Mission at GIL Foundation Inc: GIL Foundation Inc. is a private nonprofit that provides services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and autism in CT. Since 1985, GIL has served community residents as a top-tier care provider with a strong reputation for quality services through DDS. GIL is committed to higher standards of loving and compassionate care. Our vision is to see amazing people pursuing opportunities, while overcoming challenges, leading to transformed lives. Location: Cheshire, CT 06410

Direct Support Staff - Paid Training Provided The Direct Support Professional (DSP} is the primary point of service direct care worker responsible to support adults with disabilities of all ages to lead self-directed lives and contribute to their communities. The DSP is responsible to assure that quality supports and consistent services are provided to people with disabilities in their homes and communities. General responsibilities include coaching and counseling; assisting with social, recreational, and educational activities; providing medical, nutritional, and behavioral support; including but not limited to lifting, walking with, transferring, and transporting individuals. For an even deeper understanding of the significant role of a DSP, we invite you to watch this realistic job preview, Benefits We Offer Meaningful, Life Changing Careers Enhanced Compensation for Weekends Competitive Pay (starting @ $18.45/hr., potential for $19.45/hr. after 90 days) Enhanced Compensation for Holidays Pleasant, Supportive Atmosphere in a Casual Work Environment Employee Paid Time Off Employee Medical Health Benefits - 100% Employer Paid for Worker Dependent Medical Health Benefits - 50% Employer Paid for Dependents Enhanced Compensation for FT Employees who waive Medical Benefits Salary Based Life Insurance Health Savings Account Plans - HSA Supplemental Benefit Plans 401(k) Employee Retirement Plans Employee Referral Incentive Plan Opportunities for Overtime Watch a Realistic Job Preview using the Link and Password: URL: *************************** | Password: GILFdn-RJP1/2024# About Our Mission GIL "Grounded In Love" Foundation Inc. is a private nonprofit organization celebrating 35 years of compassionate care and services for community residents with Intellectual Disabilities, Developmental Disabilities, and Autism in Connecticut. Our Values & Beliefs describe the kind of organization GIL is and also helps identify the kind of people who will fit our culture. If you want to know more about what it's like to work here, check us out at ********************* What We are Looking for in a Direct Support Professional Experienced DSPs are encouraged to apply; however, we will also train the right people who fit this culture. We are seeking a friendly, helpful, and compassionate person, who is genuinely caring, will prioritize others over themselves, and can align with the following essential traits of outstanding Direct Support Professionals: Someone who has a desire to join a mission based organization; and is friendly, compassionate, and genuinely cares for and appreciates people. Someone who can work with positivity in teams as well as independently. Someone who is super reliable and has no difficulty showing up for work every day on time, even in inclement weather (typical to New England) in order to relieve other trained direct care workers on duty. Someone who values integrity, who is honest, faithful, and trustworthy; and demonstrates a dedicated work ethic. Someone who is kind, patient, and flexible; and also good at observing for other's needs, while listening to others, and promoting personal choice and expression. Someone who is motivated and self-directed to follow assignments and take initiative when individuals need assistance and things need to be done. Someone who can be flexible with your schedule and availability to work due to the nature of 24-hour care for individuals requiring high levels of support. Someone who is coach-able, interested in personal development, eager to learn and willing to ask questions. What a Direct Support Professional will be doing Providing consistent care and assistance for individuals with disabilities living in their own homes - often shared with other residents. Providing personal care and support which typically includes bathing, dressing, and full assistance with personal hygiene. Providing support and assistance which typically includes general housekeeping, laundry, cleaning, and simple household maintenance within a group home type setting. Assisting individuals with every aspect of daily living skills and activities, such as banking, recreational outings, grocery shopping, and general to-do responsibilities. Providing monitoring and support for safety for individuals with disabilities which typically involves following care plans, administering medications, and attending doctor visits. Providing your full focus and attention for the safety, support, and welfare of the individuals served by putting your personal cell phone away while on duty. Assisting with program strategies and recreation activities in the home and the community. Providing crisis management & intervention at times for medical needs, behaviors, and other daily support challenges. Supporting meal planning, cooking, and other preparations in accordance with dietary and nutritional guidelines. Assisting with money management, shopping, and purchasing for individual's personal needs and supplies. Providing safe transportation into the community which may include driving an oversize multi-passenger van. Training is provided and this does not require any commercial driver's license. Reading and understanding English in order to follow care guidelines, program plans and procedures, and complete required daily documentation. Investing a lot of time learning about the people you serve in order to better meet their support needs. Regularly completing required monthly and annual training in order to be better equipped for your job - while also maintaining specific competencies and compliance to regulations for all direct support workers. Participating in monthly staff meetings and contributing to a successful team process. Paying close attention to detail and being comfortable working with a computer, which is necessary to support our clientele's needs (training is provided). Providing for the safeguard & protection of individual's personal property, rights, and privacy. Performing various assignments and demands of a physical nature, which may include the lifting and transferring of heavy weight - at times in excess of 100 pounds, with, or without the use of adaptive or mechanical equipment, or staff assistance. The following certifications will need to be obtained and approved within company policy guidelines: State Medication Administration Certification (Group Home Workers Only) First Aid for Accidents CPR - Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation PMT - Physical Management Techniques (Group Home Workers Only) Full Time Positions Available: (typically 32-hours to 36-hours over 5-days per week) includes weekday (overnight and early hours), and weekend hours in a residential based home for Adults with Disabilities. Overtime is available. Other Locations Available: Prospect, CT 06712 Cheshire, CT 06410 North Haven, CT 06473 New Haven, CT 06512

The primary Day Program Support Worker is responsible for supporting developmentally and intellectually disabled individuals. Responsibilities include coaching and counseling; socialization and communication around hobbies, personal interests, recreational activities, as well as providing, nutritional, and behavioral support; lifting, walking with, transferring, and transporting individuals. This job is considered a safety sensitive position due to the nature of supporting high risk, disabled individuals, in their home or other settings. About Our Mission GIL "Grounded In Love" Foundation Inc. is a private nonprofit organization celebrating more than 35 years of compassionate care and services for community residents with Intellectual Disabilities, Developmental Disabilities, and Autism in Connecticut. Our Values & Beliefs describe the kind of organization GIL is and also helps identify the kind of people who will fit our culture. If you want to know more about what it's like to work here, check us out at ********************* What We are Looking for in a Direct Support Worker in this setting Experienced DSPs are encouraged to apply; however, we will also train the right people who fit this culture. We are seeking friendly, helpful, and compassionate persons, who are genuinely caring, will prioritize others over themselves, and can align with the following essential traits of outstanding Direct Support Workers: Someone who has a desire to join a mission based organization; and is friendly, compassionate, and genuinely cares for and appreciates people. Someone who can work with positivity and truly enjoy engaging with individuals with complex medical and developmental disabilities. Someone who is super reliable and has no difficulty showing up for work every day on time, in order to fulfill planned activities and responsibilities. Someone who values integrity, who is honest, faithful, and trustworthy; and demonstrates a dedicated work ethic. Someone who is kind, patient, and flexible; and also good at observing for other's needs, while listening to others, and promoting personal choice and expression. Someone who is motivated and self-directed to follow assignments and take initiative when individuals need assistance and things need to be done. Someone who can be flexible with your schedule and availability to work due to the nature of 24-hour care for individuals requiring high levels of support. Someone who is coach-able, interested in personal development, eager to learn and willing to ask questions. What a Direct Support Professional will be doing Providing consistent support and assistance for individuals with disabilities living in their skilled nursing residency. Assisting individuals with socialization and recreation activities - such as art, crafts, decorating for holidays, making greeting card, social media interactions, family/friend interactions, and general engagement support responsibilities. Providing your full focus and attention for the safety, support, and welfare of the individuals served by putting your personal cell phone away while on duty. Assisting with program strategies and recreation activities at the Hospital for Special Care. Regularly completing required monthly and annual training in order to be better equipped for your job - while also maintaining specific competencies and compliance to regulations for all direct support workers. Providing for the safeguard & protection of individual's personal property, rights, and privacy. New Britain at The Hospital for Special Care Mon-Sat: Shifts are typically daily 3-hours to 6-hours between 11am-7pm *Must be able to be flexible depending upon the needs of the individual and the HSC Other Essentials: This position is based in a hospital/skilled nursing setting This position is designed to provide one to one direct program support This position does not require medication administration This position requires adult first aid and CPR, which may be obtained through company paid training Must have a valid CT driver's license

GIL "Grounded In Love" Foundation Inc. is a private nonprofit organization celebrating 35 years of compassionate care and services for community residents with Intellectual Disabilities, Developmental Disabilities, and Autism in Connecticut. Full-Time Schedule: Sun- OFF Mon- 6am-2pm Tues- 6am-2pm Wed- OFF Thurs- OFF Fri- 6am-2pm Sat- 6am-2pm *Overtime available weekly to pick up open shifts What a Residential Care Professional will be doing: Provides direct care to those with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Performs personal care tasks, including assistance with basic personal hygiene and grooming, feeding, and ambulation, medical monitoring, and health care related tasks. Fosters positive relationships between caretakers and individuals served. Ensures client safety and maintaining a safe environment. Reminds and assists clients with self-administration of medications (with proper training). Encourages self-help activities. Reports changes in client's condition or family situation to administrators and supervisors. Documents services provided. Performs home management functions such as light housekeeping, laundry, bed making, and cleaning. Plans meals, shopping for groceries, preparing and serving food/meals, feeding and clean-up. Accompanies clients to scheduled appointments and transports clients or running errands for clients. Assists with toileting, including bedpans, urinals, and commode chairs as necessary. Participating in monthly staff meetings and contributing to a successful team process. Paying close attention to detail and being comfortable working with a computer, which is necessary to support our clientele's needs (training is provided). Providing for the safeguard & protection of individual's personal property, rights, and privacy. Performing various assignments and demands of a physical nature, which may include the lifting and transferring of heavy weight - at times in excess of 100 pounds, with, or without the use of adaptive or mechanical equipment, or staff assistance. Other duties as assigned. The following certifications will need to be obtained and approved within company policy guidelines: State Medication Administration Certification (Group Home Workers Only) First Aid for Accidents CPR - Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation PMT - Physical Management Techniques (Group Home Workers Only) Part Time Positions Available: (typically 12-hours to 24-hours over 7-days per week) includes weekday (early hours), weekend, and evening hours in a residential based home for Adults with Disabilities. Overtime is available. Location Available: Cheshire, CT 06410

Direct Service Support Worker (Part Time & Full Time Evenings) - $18.45/hr to $19.45/hr Split Day Shifts 6A-10A; 2P-6P Evenings Shifts 2P-6P, 6P-10P, 2P-10P Are you a person who is interested in a noble career path, with genuine meaningful work benefits? Maybe you are someone who always wanted to make a difference in your life and work? Maybe you are genuinely concerned about the needs and interests of others? Maybe you have the right heart and spirit to be part of the rewarding field of human services? Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) are people like you who work directly with intellectually and developmentally disabled persons with a heart to serve and a passion to encourage opportunities for personal expression. Human service workers are dedicated to providing care and support for adults with disabilities in their home and community. Whether you have little or no experience at all, GIL is committed to hiring and training the right people. Benefits We Offer Meaningful, Life Changing Careers Enhanced Compensation for Weekends Enhanced Compensation for Holidays Competitive Pay (starting @ $18.45/hr., potential for $19.45/hr. after 90 days) Pleasant, Supportive Atmosphere in a Casual Work Environment Employee Paid Time Off Employee Medical Health Benefits - 100% Employer Paid for Worker Dependent Medical Health Benefits - 50% Employer Paid for Dependents Enhanced Compensation for FT Employees who waive Medical Benefits Salary Based Life Insurance Health Savings Account Plans - HSA Supplemental Benefit Plans 401(k) Employee Retirement Plans Employee Referral Incentive Plan Opportunities for Overtime Maybe you are the right person to join our team and take up our special cause. The Direct Support Professional (DSP} is the primary point of service direct care worker responsible to support adults with disabilities of all ages to lead self-directed lives and contribute to their communities. The DSP is responsible to assure that quality supports and consistent services are provided to people with disabilities in their homes and communities. General responsibilities include coaching and counseling; assisting with social, recreational, and educational activities; providing medical, nutritional, and behavioral support; including but not limited to lifting, walking with, transferring, and transporting individuals. For an even deeper understanding of the significant role of a DSP, we invite you to watch this realistic job preview, Watch a Realistic Job Preview using the Link and Password: URL: *************************** | Password: GILFdn-RJP1/2024# About Our Mission GIL "Grounded In Love" Foundation Inc. is a private nonprofit organization celebrating 40 years of compassionate care and services for community residents with Intellectual Disabilities, Developmental Disabilities, and Autism in Connecticut. Our Values & Beliefs describe the kind of organization GIL is and also helps identify the kind of people who will fit our culture. If you want to know more about what it's like to work here, check us out at ********************* What We are Looking for in a Direct Support Professional Experienced DSPs are encouraged to apply; however, we will also train the right people who fit this culture. We are seeking a friendly, helpful, and compassionate person, who is genuinely caring, will prioritize others over themselves, and can align with the following essential traits of outstanding Direct Support Professionals: Someone who has a desire to join a mission based organization; and is friendly, compassionate, and genuinely cares for and appreciates people. Someone who can work with positivity in teams as well as independently. Someone who is super reliable and has no difficulty showing up for work every day on time, even in inclement weather (typical to New England) in order to relieve other trained direct care workers on duty. Someone who values integrity, who is honest, faithful, and trustworthy; and demonstrates a dedicated work ethic. Someone who is kind, patient, and flexible; and also good at observing for other's needs, while listening to others, and promoting personal choice and expression. Someone who is motivated and self-directed to follow assignments and take initiative when individuals need assistance and things need to be done. Someone who can be flexible with your schedule and availability to work due to the nature of 24-hour care for individuals requiring high levels of support. Someone who is coach-able, interested in personal development, eager to learn and willing to ask questions. What a Direct Support Professional will be doing Providing consistent care and assistance for individuals with disabilities living in their own homes - often shared with other residents. Providing personal care and support which typically includes bathing, dressing, and full assistance with personal hygiene. Providing support and assistance which typically includes general housekeeping, laundry, cleaning, and simple household maintenance within a group home type setting. Assisting individuals with every aspect of daily living skills and activities, such as banking, recreational outings, grocery shopping, and general to-do responsibilities. Providing monitoring and support for safety for individuals with disabilities which typically involves following care plans, administering medications, and attending doctor visits. Providing your full focus and attention for the safety, support, and welfare of the individuals served by putting your personal cell phone away while on duty. Assisting with program strategies and recreation activities in the home and the community. Providing crisis management & intervention at times for medical needs, behaviors, and other daily support challenges. Supporting meal planning, cooking, and other preparations in accordance with dietary and nutritional guidelines. Assisting with money management, shopping, and purchasing for individual's personal needs and supplies. Providing safe transportation into the community which may include driving an oversize multi-passenger van. Training is provided and this does not require any commercial driver's license. Reading and understanding English in order to follow care guidelines, program plans and procedures, and complete required daily documentation. Investing a lot of time learning about the people you serve in order to better meet their support needs. Regularly completing required monthly and annual training in order to be better equipped for your job - while also maintaining specific competencies and compliance to regulations for all direct support workers. Participating in monthly staff meetings and contributing to a successful team process. Paying close attention to detail and being comfortable working with a computer, which is necessary to support our clientele's needs (training is provided). Providing for the safeguard & protection of individual's personal property, rights, and privacy. Performing various assignments and demands of a physical nature, which may include the lifting and transferring of heavy weight - at times in excess of 100 pounds, with, or without the use of adaptive or mechanical equipment, or staff assistance. The following certifications will need to be obtained and approved within company policy guidelines: State Medication Administration Certification (Group Home Workers Only) First Aid for Accidents CPR - Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation PMT - Physical Management Techniques (Group Home Workers Only) Part Time Positions Available: (typically 12-hours to 24-hours over 7-days per week) includes weekday (early hours), weekend, and evening hours in a residential based home for Adults with Disabilities. Overtime is available. Examples of Weekday & Weekend Shifts Available: 6am-10am 10am-2pm 6am-10am 10am-6pm (weekends only) 2pm-6pm 4pm-6pm 4pm-8pm 6pm-10pm 2pm-10pm Locations Available: Prospect, CT 06712 Cheshire, CT 06410 Full Time Positions Also Available: (typically 34-hours to 36-hours over 5-days per week) includes weekday (early hours), weekend, and evening hours in a residential based home for Adults with Disabilities. Overtime is available.

We are searching for a highly committed and dependable Program Manager in Prospect. A person who has a proven record in human services or a related field and ready for more responsibilities. If you have been a Leader, Role Model, or even an Assistant Manager in this field before, you clearly understand the job. Residential management in this field is very challenging but also extremely rewarding considering the special individuals and families we serve. If you are also someone who has a desire to join a mission-based organization, and is friendly, compassionate, and genuinely cares for and appreciates people, then this might just be the right opportunity you. The Residential Program: GIL Foundation is seeking a committed and qualified Program Manager to join our team. The residents of this program are truly a special group and wonderful to serve. The guardians are very supportive of GIL and our staff. The residents are typically active in community outings and recreational activities. The program offers support from two Assistant Program Managers who alternate weekend shifts and provide additional support for the regular on-call rotation. Benefits We Offer: Meaningful, Life Changing Careers Supplemental Compensation Pleasant, Supportive Atmosphere in a Casual Work Environment Employee Paid Time Off Employee Medical Health Benefits - 100% Employer Paid for Worker Dependent Medical Health Benefits - 50% Employer Paid for Dependents Enhanced Compensation for FT Employees who waive Medical Benefits Salary Based Life Insurance Health Savings Account Plans - HSA Supplemental Benefit Plans 401(k) Employee Retirement Plans Employee Referral Incentive Plan The Essentials - What We Are Looking For: A Program Manager for GIL should be a person of integrity who is highly committed, very responsible, and is organized with a definite attention to detail - considering the daily program assignments and compliance to state licensing regulations at this facility. A Manager who is honest, faithful, and trustworthy; and demonstrates a dedicated work ethic will fit well in our company culture. This Program Manager should also be caring and compassionate with respect to our residents and a solid coach and mentor for the 12-15 staff members for which he or she will be responsible to supervise. A Manager who is kind, patient, and flexible with co-workers and team members; and also good at observing for other's needs, while listening to others, and making room for efficient and effective staff supervision and training of a diverse workforce. Someone who can manage the entire program needs (with support of course) including medical, financial, programmatic, recreational, and house/facility management. Someone who is willing to explore opportunities for personal expression, new experiences, and routine family interaction for our residents is preferred. This Program Manager will need to be flexible with your schedule and availability to work due to the nature of 24-hour care for individuals requiring high levels of support in a facility that you might potentially supervise. Someone who is coach-able, interested in personal development, eager to learn and willing to ask questions will fit well in our company culture. About the Company & Our Mission: GIL Foundation Inc. is a private nonprofit that provides services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and autism in CT. Since 1985, GIL has served community residents as a top-tier care provider with a strong reputation for quality services through DDS. GIL is committed to higher standards of loving and compassionate care. Our vision is to see amazing people pursuing opportunities, while overcoming challenges, leading to transformed lives. We will be providing solid support from responsible Program Directors, highly qualified Nurses, and a super-supportive Administration. GIL may not be the largest private non-profit organization but we are certainly both strategic and considerate because we do appreciate the magnitude of the role, and value our staff. Therefore our leadership is sensitive to the ongoing needs of the position and dedicated to providing tools and coaching as needed. The Other Stuff: In this field, there is staff turnover, it tends to go in cycles; but historically GIL has experienced lower than average rates due to our quality of care and supportive environment. However, we want potential candidates to be aware that staffing in this meaningful field during COVID has been a greater challenge due to national staff shortages and other factors beyond our control - yet we continue to work to improve this issue. Our shifts are set shifts, with stronger staffing patterns, and the scheduling is managed through advanced technology - an electronic scheduling system whereby all staff have access through their electronic dashboard or mobile device app. Open shifts and scheduling can be better supported and managed in real time as all staff get texts and emails through the system and can respond promptly to opening, swaps, time off, etc. for which Managers can coordinate more efficiently. The Manager's schedule shall be flexible during the day shift depending on the needs of the program he or she will lead. Because this is an hourly position, the Program Manager will be able to work overtime and also allow staff overtime for scheduled coverage beyond 40-hours in a work week. This Program Manager will receive routine support from a dedicated Assistant Program Manager to assist with program assignments. On-call schedules are shared and rotated between several Managers and Supervisors to share the workload and reduce the necessary burden. Why Join Our Team: GIL Foundation has served the community for more than 35-years. We believe in the promise of better outcomes whereby our service makes a real difference in the lives of the people we support. At point of service our passion is fully expressed - the best workers shine in advancing our mission and casting a contagious vision. This is what it's really about! Our Values & Beliefs describe the kind of organization GIL is and also helps identify the kind of people who will better fit our culture. We understand the daily challenges faced by Human Service Professionals; therefore we continually strive to honor our workers' awesome dedication and genuine commitment to nonprofit service. Our cooperative passion is to strive for excellence, promote teamwork, and challenge superior performance throughout the organization. “There are three kinds of relationships one can have with work: you either have a Job, a Career, or a Calling.” - Chip Conley If you really enjoy this field and have prior management experience, we would love to chat with you about this opportunity. Even if you are interested but a bit reluctant due to previous experience, please give us the opportunity to tell our story and share our distinction. Check out our website to get a better feel for the GIL Foundation culture (********************** while exploring Our Beliefs & Values. We are certain that you will feel supported and hope that we can have the opportunity to consider you for this rewarding position. The following certifications will need to be obtained and approved within company policy guidelines: State Medication Administration Certification First Aid for Accidents CPR - Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation PMT - Physical Management Techniques Location: Prospect, CT 06712

Direct Support Professional DSP - Full Time and Part Time Benefits We Offer Meaningful, Life Changing Careers Enhanced Compensation for Weekends Competitive Pay (starting @ $18.45/hr., potential for $19.45/hr. after 90 days) Enhanced Compensation for Holidays Pleasant, Supportive Atmosphere in a Casual Work Environment Employee Paid Time Off Employee Medical Health Benefits - 100% Employer Paid for Worker Dependent Medical Health Benefits - 50% Employer Paid for Dependents Enhanced Compensation for FT Employees who waive Medical Benefits Salary Based Life Insurance Health Savings Account Plans - HSA Supplemental Benefit Plans 401(k) Employee Retirement Plans Employee Referral Incentive Plan Opportunities for Overtime Maybe you are the right person to join our team. Maybe you are someone who has been working in this field, or has previously worked as a Direct Support Professional and is looking for fresh start with a new team? Maybe you always wanted to make a difference in your life and work? Maybe you are genuinely concerned about the needs and interests of others? Maybe you have the right heart and spirit to be part of the rewarding field of human services? Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) are people like you who work directly with intellectually and developmentally disabled persons with a heart to serve and a passion to encourage opportunities for personal expression. Human service workers are dedicated to providing care and support for adults with disabilities in their home and community. Whether you have little or no experience at all, GIL is committed to hiring and training the right people. The Direct Support Professional (DSP} is the primary point of service direct care worker responsible to support adults with disabilities of all ages to lead self-directed lives and contribute to their communities. The DSP is responsible to assure that quality supports and consistent services are provided to people with disabilities in their homes and communities. General responsibilities include coaching and counseling; assisting with social, recreational, and educational activities; providing medical, nutritional, and behavioral support; including but not limited to lifting, walking with, transferring, and transporting individuals. For an even deeper understanding of the significant role of a DSP, we invite you to watch this realistic job preview, Watch a Realistic Job Preview using the Link and Password: URL: *************************** | Password: GILFdn-RJP1/2024# About Our Mission GIL "Grounded In Love" Foundation Inc. is a private nonprofit organization celebrating 40 years of compassionate care and services for community residents with Intellectual Disabilities, Developmental Disabilities, and Autism in Connecticut. Our Values & Beliefs describe the kind of organization GIL is and also helps identify the kind of people who will fit our culture. If you want to know more about what it's like to work here, check us out at ********************* What We are Looking for in a Direct Support Professional Experienced DSPs are encouraged to apply; however, we will also train the right people who fit this culture. We are seeking a friendly, helpful, and compassionate person, who is genuinely caring, will prioritize others over themselves, and can align with the following essential traits of outstanding Direct Support Professionals: Someone who has a desire to join a mission based organization; and is friendly, compassionate, and genuinely cares for and appreciates people. Someone who can work with positivity in teams as well as independently. Someone who is super reliable and has no difficulty showing up for work every day on time, even in inclement weather (typical to New England) in order to relieve other trained direct care workers on duty. Someone who values integrity, who is honest, faithful, and trustworthy; and demonstrates a dedicated work ethic. Someone who is kind, patient, and flexible; and also good at observing for other's needs, while listening to others, and promoting personal choice and expression. Someone who is motivated and self-directed to follow assignments and take initiative when individuals need assistance and things need to be done. Someone who can be flexible with your schedule and availability to work due to the nature of 24-hour care for individuals requiring high levels of support. Someone who is coach-able, interested in personal development, eager to learn and willing to ask questions. What a Direct Support Professional will be doing Providing consistent care and assistance for individuals with disabilities living in their own homes - often shared with other residents. Providing personal care and support which typically includes bathing, dressing, and full assistance with personal hygiene. Providing support and assistance which typically includes general housekeeping, laundry, cleaning, and simple household maintenance within a group home type setting. Assisting individuals with every aspect of daily living skills and activities, such as banking, recreational outings, grocery shopping, and general to-do responsibilities. Providing monitoring and support for safety for individuals with disabilities which typically involves following care plans, administering medications, and attending doctor visits. Providing your full focus and attention for the safety, support, and welfare of the individuals served by putting your personal cell phone away while on duty. Assisting with program strategies and recreation activities in the home and the community. Providing crisis management & intervention at times for medical needs, behaviors, and other daily support challenges. Supporting meal planning, cooking, and other preparations in accordance with dietary and nutritional guidelines. Assisting with money management, shopping, and purchasing for individual's personal needs and supplies. Providing safe transportation into the community which may include driving an oversize multi-passenger van. Training is provided and this does not require any commercial driver's license. Reading and understanding English in order to follow care guidelines, program plans and procedures, and complete required daily documentation. Investing a lot of time learning about the people you serve in order to better meet their support needs. Regularly completing required monthly and annual training in order to be better equipped for your job - while also maintaining specific competencies and compliance to regulations for all direct support workers. Participating in monthly staff meetings and contributing to a successful team process. Paying close attention to detail and being comfortable working with a computer, which is necessary to support our clientele's needs (training is provided). Providing for the safeguard & protection of individual's personal property, rights, and privacy. Performing various assignments and demands of a physical nature, which may include the lifting and transferring of heavy weight - at times in excess of 100 pounds, with, or without the use of adaptive or mechanical equipment, or staff assistance. The following certifications will need to be obtained and approved within company policy guidelines: State Medication Administration Certification (Group Home Workers Only) First Aid for Accidents CPR - Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation PMT - Physical Management Techniques (Group Home Workers Only) Full Time Positions Available: (typically 32-hours to 36-hours over 5-days per week) includes weekday (early hours), weekend, and evening hours in a residential based home for Adults with Disabilities. Overtime is available. Part Time Positions Available: (typically 12-hours to 24-hours over 7-days per week) includes weekday (early hours), weekend, and evening hours in a residential based home for Adults with Disabilities. Overtime is available. Locations Available: North Haven, CT 06473 Prospect, CT 06712 Cheshire, CT 06410 GIL Foundation is hiring for multiple shifts and positions both Full Time and Part Time in Cheshire, Prospect, and North Haven . All our programs operate in accordance with COVID-19 guidelines. Our Staff follow all DDS and DPH COVID-19 guidelines for developmental disabilities workers, including mask and PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) use while working on each shift.

Job DescriptionSalary: $18.45-$19.45 Direct Service Support Worker (Part Time & Full Time Evenings) - $18.45/hr to $19.45/hr Split Day Shifts 6A-10A; 2P-6P Evenings Shifts 2P-6P, 6P-10P, 2P-10P Are you a person who is interested in a noble career path, with genuine meaningful work benefits? Maybe you are someone who always wanted to make a difference in your life and work? Maybe you are genuinely concerned about the needs and interests of others? Maybe you have the right heart and spirit to be part of the rewarding field of human services? Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) are people like you who work directly with intellectually and developmentally disabled persons with a heart to serve and a passion to encourage opportunities for personal expression. Human service workers are dedicated to providing care and support for adults with disabilities in their home and community. Whether you have little or no experience at all, GIL is committed to hiring and training the right people. Benefits We Offer Meaningful, Life Changing Careers Enhanced Compensation for Weekends Enhanced Compensation for Holidays Competitive Pay (starting @ $18.45/hr., potential for $19.45/hr. after 90 days) Pleasant, Supportive Atmosphere in a Casual Work Environment Employee Paid Time Off Employee Medical Health Benefits 100% Employer Paid for Worker Dependent Medical Health Benefits 50% Employer Paid for Dependents Enhanced Compensation for FT Employees who waive Medical Benefits Salary Based Life Insurance Health Savings Account Plans HSA Supplemental Benefit Plans 401(k) Employee Retirement Plans Employee Referral Incentive Plan Opportunities for Overtime Maybe you are the right person to join our team and take up our special cause. The Direct Support Professional (DSP} is the primary point of service direct care worker responsible to support adults with disabilities of all ages to lead self-directed lives and contribute to their communities. The DSP is responsible to assure that quality supports and consistent services are provided to people with disabilities in their homes and communities. General responsibilities include coaching and counseling; assisting with social, recreational, and educational activities; providing medical, nutritional, and behavioral support; including but not limited to lifting, walking with, transferring, and transporting individuals. For an even deeper understanding of the significant role of a DSP, we invite you to watch this realistic job preview, Watch a Realistic Job Preview using the Link and Password:URL: *************************** | Password: GILFdn-RJP1/2024# About Our Mission GIL "Grounded In Love" Foundation Inc. is a private nonprofit organization celebrating 40 years of compassionate care and services for community residents with Intellectual Disabilities, Developmental Disabilities, and Autism in Connecticut.Our Values & Beliefsdescribe the kind of organization GIL is and also helps identify the kind of people who will fit our culture. If you want to know more about what it's like to work here, check us out at********************* What We are Looking for in a Direct Support Professional Experienced DSPs are encouraged to apply; however,we will also train the right people who fit this culture.We are seeking a friendly, helpful, and compassionate person, who is genuinely caring, will prioritize others over themselves, and can align with the following essential traits of outstanding Direct Support Professionals: Someone who has a desire to join a mission based organization; and is friendly, compassionate, and genuinely cares for and appreciates people. Someone whocan work with positivity in teams as well as independently. Someone whois super reliable and has no difficulty showing up for work every day on time, even in inclement weather (typical to New England) in order to relieve other trained direct care workers on duty. Someone whovalues integrity, who is honest, faithful, and trustworthy; and demonstrates a dedicated work ethic. Someone whois kind, patient, and flexible; and also good at observing for others needs, while listening to others, and promoting personal choice and expression. Someone whois motivated and self-directed to follow assignments and take initiative when individuals need assistance and things need to be done. Someone whocan be flexible with your schedule and availability to work due to the nature of 24-hour care for individuals requiring high levels of support. Someone whois coach-able, interested in personal development, eager to learn and willing to ask questions. What a Direct Support Professional will be doing Providing consistent care and assistance for individuals with disabilities living in their own homes - often shared with other residents. Providingpersonal care and support which typically includes bathing, dressing, and full assistance with personal hygiene. Providingsupport and assistance which typically includes general housekeeping, laundry, cleaning, and simple household maintenance within a group home type setting. Assisting individuals with every aspect of daily living skills and activities, such as banking, recreational outings, grocery shopping, and general to-do responsibilities. Providingmonitoring and support for safety for individuals with disabilities which typically involves following care plans, administering medications, and attending doctor visits. Providingyour full focus and attention for the safety, support, and welfare of the individuals servedbyputting your personal cell phone away while on duty. Assisting with program strategies and recreation activities in the home and the community. Providing crisis management & intervention at times for medical needs, behaviors, and other daily support challenges. Supporting meal planning, cooking, and other preparations in accordance with dietary and nutritional guidelines. Assisting with money management, shopping, and purchasing for individual's personal needs and supplies. Providingsafe transportation into the community which may include driving an oversize multi-passenger van. Training is provided and this does not require any commercial drivers license. Reading and understanding English in order to follow care guidelines, program plans and procedures, and complete required daily documentation. Investing a lot of time learning about the people you serve in order to better meet their support needs. Regularly completing required monthly and annual training in order to be better equipped for your job while also maintaining specific competencies and compliance to regulations for all direct support workers. Participating in monthly staff meetings and contributing to a successful team process. Paying close attention to detail and being comfortable working with a computer, which is necessary to support our clienteles needs (training is provided). Providingfor the safeguard & protection of individuals personal property, rights, and privacy. Performing various assignments and demands of a physical nature, which may include the lifting and transferring of heavy weight at times in excess of 100 pounds, with, or without the use of adaptive or mechanical equipment, or staff assistance. The following certifications will need to be obtained and approved within company policy guidelines: State Medication Administration Certification (Group Home Workers Only) First Aid for Accidents CPR Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation PMT Physical Management Techniques (Group Home Workers Only) Part Time Positions Available: (typically 12-hours to 24-hours over 7-days per week) includes weekday (early hours), weekend, and evening hours in a residential based home for Adults with Disabilities. Overtime is available. Examples of Weekday & Weekend Shifts Available: 6am-10am 10am-2pm 6am-10am 10am-6pm (weekends only) 2pm-6pm 4pm-6pm 4pm-8pm 6pm-10pm 2pm-10pm Locations Available: Prospect, CT 06712 Cheshire, CT 06410 Full Time Positions Also Available: (typically 34-hours to 36-hours over 5-days per week) includes weekday (early hours), weekend, and evening hours in a residential based home for Adults with Disabilities. Overtime is available.

Job DescriptionSalary: $18.45 to $19.45/hr. Direct Support Staff - Paid Training Provided The Direct Support Professional (DSP} is the primary point of service direct care worker responsible to support adults with disabilities of all ages to lead self-directed lives and contribute to their communities. The DSP is responsible to assure that quality supports and consistent services are provided to people with disabilities in their homes and communities. General responsibilities include coaching and counseling; assisting with social, recreational, and educational activities; providing medical, nutritional, and behavioral support; including but not limited to lifting, walking with, transferring, and transporting individuals. For an even deeper understanding of the significant role of a DSP, we invite you to watch this realistic job preview, Benefits We Offer Meaningful, Life Changing Careers Enhanced Compensation for Weekends Competitive Pay (starting @ $18.45/hr., potential for $19.45/hr. after 90 days) Enhanced Compensation for Holidays Pleasant, Supportive Atmosphere in a Casual Work Environment Employee Paid Time Off Employee Medical Health Benefits 100% Employer Paid for Worker Dependent Medical Health Benefits 50% Employer Paid for Dependents Enhanced Compensation for FT Employees who waive Medical Benefits Salary Based Life Insurance Health Savings Account Plans HSA Supplemental Benefit Plans 401(k) Employee Retirement Plans Employee Referral Incentive Plan Opportunities for Overtime Watch a Realistic Job Preview using the Link and Password: URL: *************************** | Password: GILFdn-RJP1/2024# About Our Mission GIL "Grounded In Love" Foundation Inc. is a private nonprofit organization celebrating 35 years of compassionate care and services for community residents with Intellectual Disabilities, Developmental Disabilities, and Autism in Connecticut. Our Values & Beliefs describe the kind of organization GIL is and also helps identify the kind of people who will fit our culture. If you want to know more about what it's like to work here, check us out at ********************* What We are Looking for in a Direct Support Professional Experienced DSPs are encouraged to apply; however,we will also train the right people who fit this culture. We are seeking a friendly, helpful, and compassionate person, who is genuinely caring, will prioritize others over themselves, and can align with the following essential traits of outstanding Direct Support Professionals: Someone who has a desire to join a mission based organization; and is friendly, compassionate, and genuinely cares for and appreciates people. Someone who can work with positivity in teams as well as independently. Someone who is super reliable and has no difficulty showing up for work every day on time, even in inclement weather (typical to New England) in order to relieve other trained direct care workers on duty. Someone who values integrity, who is honest, faithful, and trustworthy; and demonstrates a dedicatedwork ethic. Someone who is kind, patient, and flexible; and also good at observing for other's needs, while listening to others, and promoting personal choice and expression. Someone who is motivated and self-directed to follow assignments and take initiative when individuals need assistance and things need to be done. Someone who can be flexible with your schedule and availability to work due to the nature of 24-hour care for individuals requiring high levels of support. Someone who is coach-able, interested in personal development, eager to learn and willing to ask questions. What a Direct Support Professional will be doing Providing consistent care and assistance for individuals with disabilities living in their own homes - often shared with other residents. Providing personal care and support which typically includes bathing, dressing, and full assistance with personal hygiene. Providing support and assistance which typically includes general housekeeping, laundry, cleaning, and simple household maintenance within a group home type setting. Assisting individuals with every aspect of daily living skills and activities, such as banking, recreational outings, grocery shopping, and general to-do responsibilities. Providing monitoring and support for safety for individuals with disabilities which typically involves following care plans, administering medications, and attending doctor visits. Providing yourfull focus and attention for the safety, support, and welfare of the individuals served by putting your personal cell phone away while on duty. Assisting with program strategies and recreation activities in the home and the community. Providing crisis management & intervention at times for medical needs, behaviors, and other daily support challenges. Supporting meal planning, cooking, and other preparations in accordance with dietary and nutritional guidelines. Assisting with money management, shopping, and purchasing for individual's personal needs and supplies. Providing safe transportation into the community which may include driving an oversize multi-passenger van. Training is provided and this does not require any commercial drivers license. Reading and understanding English in order to follow care guidelines, program plans and procedures, and complete required daily documentation. Investing a lot of time learning about the people you serve in order to better meet their support needs. Regularly completing required monthly and annual training in order to be better equipped for your job - while also maintaining specific competencies and compliance to regulations for all direct support workers. Participating in monthly staff meetings and contributing to a successful team process. Paying close attention to detail and being comfortable working with a computer, which is necessary to support our clienteles needs (training is provided). Providing for the safeguard & protection of individuals personal property, rights, and privacy. Performing various assignments and demands of a physical nature, which may include the lifting and transferring of heavy weight at times in excess of 100 pounds, with, or without the use of adaptive or mechanical equipment, or staff assistance. The following certifications will need to be obtained and approved within company policy guidelines: State Medication Administration Certification (Group Home Workers Only) First Aid for Accidents CPR Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation PMT Physical Management Techniques (Group Home Workers Only) Full Time Positions Available: (typically 32-hours to 36-hours over 5-days per week) includes weekday (overnight and early hours), and weekend hours in a residential based home for Adults with Disabilities. Overtime is available. Other Locations Available: Prospect, CT 06712 Cheshire, CT 06410 North Haven, CT 06473 New Haven, CT 06512

Job DescriptionSalary: $18.45-$19.45 Direct Care Worker (DCW) - Full Time Mornings/Afternoons The Direct Support Professional (DSP} is the primary point of service direct care worker responsible to support adults with disabilities of all ages to lead self-directed lives and contribute to their communities. The DSP is responsible to assure that quality supports and consistent services are provided to people with disabilities in their homes and communities. General responsibilities include coaching and counseling; assisting with social, recreational, and educational activities; providing medical, nutritional, and behavioral support; including but not limited to lifting, walking with, transferring, and transporting individuals. For an even deeper understanding of the significant role of a DSP, we invite you to watch this realistic job preview, Benefits We Offer Meaningful, Life Changing Careers Enhanced Compensation for Weekends Enhanced Compensation for Holidays Pleasant, Supportive Atmosphere in a Casual Work Environment Employee Paid Time Off Employee Medical Health Benefits 100% Employer Paid for Worker Dependent Medical Health Benefits 50% Employer Paid for Dependents Enhanced Compensation for FT Employees who waive Medical Benefits Salary Based Life Insurance Health Savings Account Plans HSA Supplemental Benefit Plans 401(k) Employee Retirement Plans Employee Referral Incentive Plan Opportunities for Overtime Watch a Realistic Job Preview using the Link and Password: URL: *************************** | Password: GILFdn-RJP1/2024# About Our Mission GIL "Grounded In Love" Foundation Inc. is a private nonprofit organization celebrating 35 years of compassionate care and services for community residents with Intellectual Disabilities, Developmental Disabilities, and Autism in Connecticut. Our Values & Beliefs describe the kind of organization GIL is and also helps identify the kind of people who will fit our culture. If you want to know more about what it's like to work here, check us out at ********************* What We are Looking for in a Direct Support Professional Experienced DSPs are encouraged to apply; however,we will also train the right people who fit this culture. We are seeking a friendly, helpful, and compassionate person, who is genuinely caring, will prioritize others over themselves, and can align with the following essential traits of outstanding Direct Support Professionals: Someone who has a desire to join a mission based organization; and is friendly, compassionate, and genuinely cares for and appreciates people. Someone who can work with positivity in teams as well as independently. Someone who is super reliable and has no difficulty showing up for work every day on time, even in inclement weather (typical to New England) in order to relieve other trained direct care workers on duty. Someone who values integrity, who is honest, faithful, and trustworthy; and demonstrates a dedicatedwork ethic. Someone who is kind, patient, and flexible; and also good at observing for other's needs, while listening to others, and promoting personal choice and expression. Someone who is motivated and self-directed to follow assignments and take initiative when individuals need assistance and things need to be done. Someone who can be flexible with your schedule and availability to work due to the nature of 24-hour care for individuals requiring high levels of support. Someone who is coach-able, interested in personal development, eager to learn and willing to ask questions. What a Direct Support Professional will be doing Providing consistent care and assistance for individuals with disabilities living in their own homes - often shared with other residents. Providing personal care and support which typically includes bathing, dressing, and full assistance with personal hygiene. Providing support and assistance which typically includes general housekeeping, laundry, cleaning, and simple household maintenance within a group home type setting. Assisting individuals with every aspect of daily living skills and activities, such as banking, recreational outings, grocery shopping, and general to-do responsibilities. Providing monitoring and support for safety for individuals with disabilities which typically involves following care plans, administering medications, and attending doctor visits. Providing yourfull focus and attention for the safety, support, and welfare of the individuals served by putting your personal cell phone away while on duty. Assisting with program strategies and recreation activities in the home and the community. Providing crisis management & intervention at times for medical needs, behaviors, and other daily support challenges. Supporting meal planning, cooking, and other preparations in accordance with dietary and nutritional guidelines. Assisting with money management, shopping, and purchasing for individual's personal needs and supplies. Providing safe transportation into the community which may include driving an oversize multi-passenger van. Training is provided and this does not require any commercial drivers license. Reading and understanding English in order to follow care guidelines, program plans and procedures, and complete required daily documentation. Investing a lot of time learning about the people you serve in order to better meet their support needs. Regularly completing required monthly and annual training in order to be better equipped for your job - while also maintaining specific competencies and compliance to regulations for all direct support workers. Participating in monthly staff meetings and contributing to a successful team process. Paying close attention to detail and being comfortable working with a computer, which is necessary to support our clienteles needs (training is provided). Providing for the safeguard & protection of individuals personal property, rights, and privacy. Performing various assignments and demands of a physical nature, which may include the lifting and transferring of heavy weight at times in excess of 100 pounds, with, or without the use of adaptive or mechanical equipment, or staff assistance. The following certifications will need to be obtained and approved within company policy guidelines: State Medication Administration Certification (Group Home Workers Only) First Aid for Accidents CPR Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation PMT Physical Management Techniques (Group Home Workers Only) Full Time Positions Available: (typically 32-hours to 36-hours over 5-days per week) includes weekday (overnight and early hours), and weekend hours in a residential based home for Adults with Disabilities. Overtime is available. Other Locations Available: Prospect, CT 06712 Cheshire, CT 06410 North Haven, CT 06473 New Haven, CT 06512

First Shift Direct Support Professional/ Full-Time Weekly $18.45 -$19.45 GIL "Grounded In Love" Foundation Inc. is a private nonprofit organization celebrating 35 years of compassionate care and services for community residents with Intellectual Disabilities, Developmental Disabilities, and Autism in Connecticut. The Direct Support Professional (DSP} is the primary point of service direct care worker responsible to support adults with disabilities of all ages to lead self-directed lives and contribute to their communities. The DSP is responsible to assure that quality supports and consistent services are provided to people with disabilities in their homes and communities. General responsibilities include coaching and counseling; assisting with social, recreational, and educational activities; providing medical, nutritional, and behavioral support; including but not limited to lifting, walking with, transferring, and transporting individuals. For an even deeper understanding of the significant role of a DSP, we invite you to watch this realistic job preview. Open First Shift Full-time Positions Available * Sun: 6am-2pm Mon-Tues: 6am-10am, 2pm-6pm (Split Shift) Wes-Thurs: 6am-10am Fri-Sat: Off Alternate Schedule: Sun-Mon: Off Tues-Wed: 6am-10am Thurs-Fri: 6am-10am, 2pm-6pm (Split Shift) Sat: 6am-2pm *Overtime available weekly to pick up open shifts Benefits We Offer Meaningful, Life Changing Careers Enhanced Compensation for Weekends Competitive Pay (starting @ $18.45/hr., potential for $19.45/hr. after 90 days) Enhanced Compensation for Holidays Pleasant, Supportive Atmosphere in a Casual Work Environment Employee Paid Time Off Employee Medical Health Benefits - 100% Employer Paid for Worker Dependent Medical Health Benefits - 50% Employer Paid for Dependents Enhanced Compensation for FT Employees who waive Medical Benefits Salary Based Life Insurance Health Savings Account Plans - HSA Supplemental Benefit Plans 401(k) Employee Retirement Plans Employee Referral Incentive Plan Watch a Realistic Job Preview using the Link and Password: URL: *************************** | Password: GILFdn-RJP1/2024# About Our Mission GIL "Grounded In Love" Foundation Inc. is a private nonprofit organization celebrating 35 years of compassionate care and services for community residents with Intellectual Disabilities, Developmental Disabilities, and Autism in Connecticut. Our Values & Beliefs describe the kind of organization GIL is and also helps identify the kind of people who will fit our culture. If you want to know more about what it's like to work here, check us out at ********************* What We are Looking for in a Direct Support Professional Experienced DSPs are encouraged to apply; however, we will also train the right people who fit this culture. We are seeking a friendly, helpful, and compassionate person, who is genuinely caring, will prioritize others over themselves, and can align with the following essential traits of outstanding Direct Support Professionals: Someone who has a desire to join a mission based organization; and is friendly, compassionate, and genuinely cares for and appreciates people. Someone who can work with positivity in teams as well as independently. Someone who is super reliable and has no difficulty showing up for work every day on time, even in inclement weather (typical to New England) in order to relieve other trained direct care workers on duty. Someone who values integrity, who is honest, faithful, and trustworthy; and demonstrates a dedicated work ethic. Someone who is kind, patient, and flexible; and also good at observing for other's needs, while listening to others, and promoting personal choice and expression. Someone who is motivated and self-directed to follow assignments and take initiative when individuals need assistance and things need to be done. Someone who can be flexible with your schedule and availability to work due to the nature of 24-hour care for individuals requiring high levels of support. Someone who is coach-able, interested in personal development, eager to learn and willing to ask questions. What a Direct Support Professional will be doing Providing consistent care and assistance for individuals with disabilities living in their own homes - often shared with other residents. Providing personal care and support which typically includes bathing, dressing, and full assistance with personal hygiene. Providing support and assistance which typically includes general housekeeping, laundry, cleaning, and simple household maintenance within a group home type setting. Assisting individuals with every aspect of daily living skills and activities, such as banking, recreational outings, grocery shopping, and general to-do responsibilities. Providing monitoring and support for safety for individuals with disabilities which typically involves following care plans, administering medications, and attending doctor visits. Providing your full focus and attention for the safety, support, and welfare of the individuals served by putting your personal cell phone away while on duty. Building community engagement with program strategies and recreation activities in the home and the community. Providing crisis management & intervention at times for medical needs, behaviors, and other daily support challenges. Supporting meal planning, cooking, and other preparations in accordance with dietary and nutritional guidelines. Assisting with money management, shopping, and purchasing for individual's personal needs and supplies. Providing safe transportation into the community which may include driving an oversize multi-passenger van. Training is provided and this does not require any commercial driver's license. Reading and understanding English in order to follow care guidelines, program plans and procedures, and complete required daily documentation. Supporting clients in achieving their personal goals and fostering an environment of purpose and fulfillment Regularly completing required monthly and annual training in order to be better equipped for your job - while also maintaining specific competencies and compliance to regulations for all direct support workers. Participating in monthly staff meetings and contributing to a successful team process. Paying close attention to detail and being comfortable working with a computer, which is necessary to support our clientele's needs (training is provided). Providing for the safeguard & protection of individual's personal property, rights, and privacy. Performing various assignments and demands of a physical nature, which may include the lifting and transferring of heavy weight - at times in excess of 100 pounds, with, or without the use of adaptive or mechanical equipment, or staff assistance. The following certifications will need to be obtained and approved within company policy guidelines: State Medication Administration Certification (Group Home Workers Only) First Aid for Accidents CPR - Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation PMT - Physical Management Techniques (Group Home Workers Only) Full Time Positions Available: (typically 32-hours to 36-hours over 5-days per week) includes weekday (early hours), weekend, and evening hours in a residential based home for Adults with Disabilities. Overtime is available. Part Time Positions Available: (typically 12-hours to 24-hours over 7-days per week) includes weekday (early hours), weekend, and evening hours in a residential based home for Adults with Disabilities. Overtime is available. Locations Available: Prospect, CT 06712 Cheshire, CT 06410 North Haven, CT 06473

The Direct Support Professional (DSP} is the primary point of service direct care worker responsible to support adults with disabilities of all ages to lead self-directed lives and contribute to their communities. The DSP is responsible to assure that quality supports and consistent services are provided to people with disabilities in their homes and communities. General responsibilities include coaching and counseling; assisting with social, recreational, and educational activities; providing medical, nutritional, and behavioral support; including but not limited to lifting, walking with, transferring, and transporting individuals. For an even deeper understanding of the significant role of a DSP, we invite you to watch this realistic job preview, Benefits We Offer Meaningful, Life Changing Careers Enhanced Compensation for Weekends Enhanced Compensation for Holidays Pleasant, Supportive Atmosphere in a Casual Work Environment Employee Paid Time Off Employee Medical Health Benefits - 100% Employer Paid for Worker Dependent Medical Health Benefits - 50% Employer Paid for Dependents Enhanced Compensation for FT Employees who waive Medical Benefits Salary Based Life Insurance Health Savings Account Plans - HSA Supplemental Benefit Plans 401(k) Employee Retirement Plans Employee Referral Incentive Plan Opportunities for Overtime Watch a Realistic Job Preview using the Link and Password: URL: *************************** | Password: GILFdn-RJP1/2024# About Our Mission GIL "Grounded In Love" Foundation Inc. is a private nonprofit organization celebrating 35 years of compassionate care and services for community residents with Intellectual Disabilities, Developmental Disabilities, and Autism in Connecticut. Our Values & Beliefs describe the kind of organization GIL is and also helps identify the kind of people who will fit our culture. If you want to know more about what it's like to work here, check us out at ********************* What We are Looking for in a Direct Support Professional Experienced DSPs are encouraged to apply; however, we will also train the right people who fit this culture. We are seeking a friendly, helpful, and compassionate person, who is genuinely caring, will prioritize others over themselves, and can align with the following essential traits of outstanding Direct Support Professionals: Someone who has a desire to join a mission based organization; and is friendly, compassionate, and genuinely cares for and appreciates people. Someone who can work with positivity in teams as well as independently. Someone who is super reliable and has no difficulty showing up for work every day on time, even in inclement weather (typical to New England) in order to relieve other trained direct care workers on duty. Someone who values integrity, who is honest, faithful, and trustworthy; and demonstrates a dedicated work ethic. Someone who is kind, patient, and flexible; and also good at observing for other's needs, while listening to others, and promoting personal choice and expression. Someone who is motivated and self-directed to follow assignments and take initiative when individuals need assistance and things need to be done. Someone who can be flexible with your schedule and availability to work due to the nature of 24-hour care for individuals requiring high levels of support. Someone who is coach-able, interested in personal development, eager to learn and willing to ask questions. What a Direct Support Professional will be doing Providing consistent care and assistance for individuals with disabilities living in their own homes - often shared with other residents. Providing personal care and support which typically includes bathing, dressing, and full assistance with personal hygiene. Providing support and assistance which typically includes general housekeeping, laundry, cleaning, and simple household maintenance within a group home type setting. Assisting individuals with every aspect of daily living skills and activities, such as banking, recreational outings, grocery shopping, and general to-do responsibilities. Providing monitoring and support for safety for individuals with disabilities which typically involves following care plans, administering medications, and attending doctor visits. Providing your full focus and attention for the safety, support, and welfare of the individuals served by putting your personal cell phone away while on duty. Assisting with program strategies and recreation activities in the home and the community. Providing crisis management & intervention at times for medical needs, behaviors, and other daily support challenges. Supporting meal planning, cooking, and other preparations in accordance with dietary and nutritional guidelines. Assisting with money management, shopping, and purchasing for individual's personal needs and supplies. Providing safe transportation into the community which may include driving an oversize multi-passenger van. Training is provided and this does not require any commercial driver's license. Reading and understanding English in order to follow care guidelines, program plans and procedures, and complete required daily documentation. Investing a lot of time learning about the people you serve in order to better meet their support needs. Regularly completing required monthly and annual training in order to be better equipped for your job - while also maintaining specific competencies and compliance to regulations for all direct support workers. Participating in monthly staff meetings and contributing to a successful team process. Paying close attention to detail and being comfortable working with a computer, which is necessary to support our clientele's needs (training is provided). Providing for the safeguard & protection of individual's personal property, rights, and privacy. Performing various assignments and demands of a physical nature, which may include the lifting and transferring of heavy weight - at times in excess of 100 pounds, with, or without the use of adaptive or mechanical equipment, or staff assistance. The following certifications will need to be obtained and approved within company policy guidelines: State Medication Administration Certification (Group Home Workers Only) First Aid for Accidents CPR - Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation PMT - Physical Management Techniques (Group Home Workers Only) Full Time Positions Available: (typically 32-hours to 36-hours over 5-days per week) includes weekday (overnight and early hours), and weekend hours in a residential based home for Adults with Disabilities. Overtime is available. Other Locations Available: Prospect, CT 06712 Cheshire, CT 06410 North Haven, CT 06473 New Haven, CT 06512

GIL "Grounded In Love" Foundation Inc. is a private nonprofit organization celebrating 35 years of compassionate care and services for community residents with Intellectual Disabilities, Developmental Disabilities, and Autism in Connecticut. Open Full-time Positions Available * Sun-Wed 2pm to 10pm; Thurs-Sat Off Wed-Sat 2pm to 10pm; Sun-Tues Off *Overtime available weekly to pick up open shifts Benefits We Offer Meaningful, Life Changing Careers Enhanced Compensation for Weekends Competitive Pay (starting @ $18.45/hr., potential for $19.45/hr. after 90 days) Enhanced Compensation for Holidays Pleasant, Supportive Atmosphere in a Casual Work Environment Employee Paid Time Off Employee Medical Health Benefits - 100% Employer Paid for Worker Dependent Medical Health Benefits - 50% Employer Paid for Dependents Enhanced Compensation for FT Employees who waive Medical Benefits Salary Based Life Insurance Health Savings Account Plans - HSA Supplemental Benefit Plans 401(k) Employee Retirement Plans Employee Referral Incentive Plan Opportunities for Overtime Watch a Realistic Job Preview using the Link and Password: URL: *************************** | Password: GILFdn-RJP1/2024# About Our Mission GIL "Grounded In Love" Foundation Inc. is a private nonprofit organization celebrating 35 years of compassionate care and services for community residents with Intellectual Disabilities, Developmental Disabilities, and Autism in Connecticut. Our Values & Beliefs describe the kind of organization GIL is and also helps identify the kind of people who will fit our culture. If you want to know more about what it's like to work here, check us out at ********************* What We are Looking for in a Direct Support Professional Someone who has a desire to join a mission based organization; and is friendly, compassionate, and genuinely cares for and appreciates people. Someone who can work with positivity in teams as well as independently. Someone who is super reliable and has no difficulty showing up for work every day on time, even in inclement weather (typical to New England) in order to relieve other trained direct care workers on duty. Someone who values integrity, who is honest, faithful, and trustworthy; and demonstrates a dedicated work ethic. Someone who is kind, patient, and flexible; and also good at observing for other's needs, while listening to others, and promoting personal choice and expression. Someone who is motivated and self-directed to follow assignments and take initiative when individuals need assistance and things need to be done. Someone who can be flexible with your schedule and availability to work due to the nature of 24-hour care for individuals requiring high levels of support. Someone who is coach-able, interested in personal development, eager to learn and willing to ask questions. What a Direct Support Professional will be doing Providing consistent care and assistance for individuals with disabilities living in their own homes - often shared with other residents. Providing personal care and support which typically includes bathing, dressing, and full assistance with personal hygiene. Providing support and assistance which typically includes general housekeeping, laundry, cleaning, and simple household maintenance within a group home type setting. Assisting individuals with every aspect of daily living skills and activities, such as banking, recreational outings, grocery shopping, and general to-do responsibilities. Providing monitoring and support for safety for individuals with disabilities which typically involves following care plans, administering medications, and attending doctor visits. Providing your full focus and attention for the safety, support, and welfare of the individuals served by putting your personal cell phone away while on duty. Assisting with program strategies and recreation activities in the home and the community. Providing crisis management & intervention at times for medical needs, behaviors, and other daily support challenges. Supporting meal planning, cooking, and other preparations in accordance with dietary and nutritional guidelines. Assisting with money management, shopping, and purchasing for individual's personal needs and supplies. Providing safe transportation into the community which may include driving an oversize multi-passenger van. Training is provided and this does not require any commercial driver's license. Reading and understanding English in order to follow care guidelines, program plans and procedures, and complete required daily documentation. Investing a lot of time learning about the people you serve in order to better meet their support needs. Regularly completing required monthly and annual training in order to be better equipped for your job - while also maintaining specific competencies and compliance to regulations for all direct support workers. Participating in monthly staff meetings and contributing to a successful team process. Paying close attention to detail and being comfortable working with a computer, which is necessary to support our clientele's needs (training is provided). Providing for the safeguard & protection of individual's personal property, rights, and privacy. Performing various assignments and demands of a physical nature, which may include the lifting and transferring of heavy weight - at times in excess of 100 pounds, with, or without the use of adaptive or mechanical equipment, or staff assistance. The following certifications will need to be obtained and approved within company policy guidelines: State Medication Administration Certification (Group Home Workers Only) First Aid for Accidents CPR - Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation PMT - Physical Management Techniques (Group Home Workers Only) Full Time Positions Available: (typically 32-hours to 36-hours over 5-days per week) includes weekday (early hours), weekend, and evening hours in a residential based home for Adults with Disabilities. Overtime is available. Part Time Positions Available: (typically 12-hours to 24-hours over 7-days per week) includes weekday (early hours), weekend, and evening hours in a residential based home for Adults with Disabilities. Overtime is available. Locations Available: Prospect, CT 06712 Cheshire, CT 06410 North Haven, CT 06473 New Haven, CT 06512 and New Britain, CT 06053 (Part Time Only)

Job DescriptionSalary: $18.45-$19.45 Direct Service Support Worker - Overnights Full Time & Part Time The Client Support Coordinator is the primary point of service direct care worker responsible to support adults with disabilities of all ages to lead self-directed lives and contribute to their communities. The DSP is responsible to assure that quality supports and consistent services are provided to people with disabilities in their homes and communities. General responsibilities include coaching and counseling; assisting with social, recreational, and educational activities; providing medical, nutritional, and behavioral support; including but not limited to lifting, walking with, transferring, and transporting individuals. For an even deeper understanding of the significant role of a DSP, we invite you to watch this realistic job preview, Benefits We Offer Meaningful, Life Changing Careers Enhanced Compensation for Weekends Enhanced Compensation for Holidays Pleasant, Supportive Atmosphere in a Casual Work Environment Employee Paid Time Off Employee Medical Health Benefits 100% Employer Paid for Worker Dependent Medical Health Benefits 50% Employer Paid for Dependents Enhanced Compensation for FT Employees who waive Medical Benefits Salary Based Life Insurance Health Savings Account Plans HSA Supplemental Benefit Plans 401(k) Employee Retirement Plans Employee Referral Incentive Plan Opportunities for Overtime Watch a Realistic Job Preview using the Link and Password: URL: *************************** | Password: GILFdn-RJP1/2024# About Our Mission GIL "Grounded In Love" Foundation Inc. is a private nonprofit organization celebrating 35 years of compassionate care and services for community residents with Intellectual Disabilities, Developmental Disabilities, and Autism in Connecticut. Our Values & Beliefs describe the kind of organization GIL is and also helps identify the kind of people who will fit our culture. If you want to know more about what it's like to work here, check us out at ********************* What We are Looking for in a Direct Support Professional Experienced DSPs are encouraged to apply; however,we will also train the right people who fit this culture. We are seeking a friendly, helpful, and compassionate person, who is genuinely caring, will prioritize others over themselves, and can align with the following essential traits of outstanding Direct Support Professionals: Someone who has a desire to join a mission based organization; and is friendly, compassionate, and genuinely cares for and appreciates people. Someone who can work with positivity in teams as well as independently. Someone who is super reliable and has no difficulty showing up for work every day on time, even in inclement weather (typical to New England) in order to relieve other trained direct care workers on duty. Someone who values integrity, who is honest, faithful, and trustworthy; and demonstrates a dedicatedwork ethic. Someone who is kind, patient, and flexible; and also good at observing for other's needs, while listening to others, and promoting personal choice and expression. Someone who is motivated and self-directed to follow assignments and take initiative when individuals need assistance and things need to be done. Someone who can be flexible with your schedule and availability to work due to the nature of 24-hour care for individuals requiring high levels of support. Someone who is coach-able, interested in personal development, eager to learn and willing to ask questions. What a Direct Support Professional will be doing Providing consistent care and assistance for individuals with disabilities living in their own homes - often shared with other residents. Providing personal care and support which typically includes bathing, dressing, and full assistance with personal hygiene. Providing support and assistance which typically includes general housekeeping, laundry, cleaning, and simple household maintenance within a group home type setting. Assisting individuals with every aspect of daily living skills and activities, such as banking, recreational outings, grocery shopping, and general to-do responsibilities. Providing monitoring and support for safety for individuals with disabilities which typically involves following care plans, administering medications, and attending doctor visits. Providing yourfull focus and attention for the safety, support, and welfare of the individuals served by putting your personal cell phone away while on duty. Assisting with program strategies and recreation activities in the home and the community. Providing crisis management & intervention at times for medical needs, behaviors, and other daily support challenges. Supporting meal planning, cooking, and other preparations in accordance with dietary and nutritional guidelines. Assisting with money management, shopping, and purchasing for individual's personal needs and supplies. Providing safe transportation into the community which may include driving an oversize multi-passenger van. Training is provided and this does not require any commercial drivers license. Reading and understanding English in order to follow care guidelines, program plans and procedures, and complete required daily documentation. Investing a lot of time learning about the people you serve in order to better meet their support needs. Regularly completing required monthly and annual training in order to be better equipped for your job - while also maintaining specific competencies and compliance to regulations for all direct support workers. Participating in monthly staff meetings and contributing to a successful team process. Paying close attention to detail and being comfortable working with a computer, which is necessary to support our clienteles needs (training is provided). Providing for the safeguard & protection of individuals personal property, rights, and privacy. Performing various assignments and demands of a physical nature, which may include the lifting and transferring of heavy weight at times in excess of 100 pounds, with, or without the use of adaptive or mechanical equipment, or staff assistance. The following certifications will need to be obtained and approved within company policy guidelines: State Medication Administration Certification (Group Home Workers Only) First Aid for Accidents CPR Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation PMT Physical Management Techniques (Group Home Workers Only) Full Time Positions Available: (typically 34-hours to 36-hours over 5-days per week) includes weekday (early hours), weekend, and evening hours in a residential based home for Adults with Disabilities. Overtime is available. Part Time Positions Available: (typically 12-hours to 24-hours over 7-days per week) includes weekday (early hours), weekend, and evening hours in a residential based home for Adults with Disabilities. Overtime is available. Locations Available: Prospect, CT 06712 Cheshire, CT 06410 North Haven, CT 06473 New Haven, CT 06512 and New Britain, CT 06053 (Part Time Only)