Direct Support Professional

Job overview

The Direct Support Professional role is onsite in Preston City, CT, and pays $20.06 per hour. Whole Life provides person-centered support to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities across Connecticut. The role helps clients with daily living, health needs, personal goals, and community participation. By implementing individualized care plans and working with families, managers, and providers, the professional supports client independence, safety, and quality of life.

What you'll do

• Assist with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and meal preparation
• administer medications, monitor vital signs, and support medical appointments
• maintain a clean living environment
• engage clients in social activities and community outings
• use mobility equipment appropriately
• document activities and incidents
• maintain confidentiality
• implement individualized care plans.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

direct support professional

person-centered care

activities of daily living

medication support

developmental disabilities

community integration

care plans

saturday 8 am–4 pm

preston city ct

whole life

$20.06/hr

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Dental and health insurance, paid orientation and training, paid time off, 401(k), and healthcare pension
• some benefits depend on employment classification and ACA eligibility.

Why this role

CPR and PMT certifications are provided through orientation; medication administration certification is required within six months of hire. Schedule listed: Saturday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM.

About the employer

Whole Life Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities. Sector: 62.