Direct Support Professional

Job overview

The Direct Support Professional role is onsite in Danielson, CT, with compensation of $20.06 per hour. Whole Life is a Connecticut nonprofit serving adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities through person-centered support. The role helps clients build independence, participate in community life, and pursue personal goals while maintaining safety, dignity, and well-being. Direct Support Professionals implement individualized care plans and work with clients, families, managers, and providers.

What you'll do

• Assist with daily living activities, meals, and personal care
• support medication administration, vital-sign monitoring, and medical appointments
• maintain a safe living environment
• engage clients in social activities and community outings
• document activities and incidents
• implement individualized care plans
• maintain confidentiality.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

direct support professional

danielson ct

whole life inc.

person-centered care

developmental disabilities

activities of daily living

community integration

individualized care plans

medication support

paid training

healthcare union

$20.06/hr

overnight schedule

friday–monday 10pm–6am

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

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

Why this role

Whole Life provides CPR and PMT certifications through orientation and sponsors required medication-administration certification within six months of hire.

About the employer

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