Direct Support Professional

Job overview

The Direct Support Professional role is onsite in Columbia, CT. Pay is $18.46 per hour. Whole Life is a Connecticut nonprofit serving adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities through person-centered care and support. The professional supports daily living, safety, independence, and community participation while implementing individualized care plans. The role works with clients, families, managers, and providers to help individuals pursue personal goals and meaningful lives.

What you'll do

• Assist with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and meal preparation
• administer medications, monitor vital signs, and support medical appointments
• perform light housekeeping and laundry
• support social activities and community outings
• use mobility equipment
• document activities and incidents
• maintain confidentiality
• implement individualized care plans.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

direct support professional

developmental disabilities

person-centered care

activities of daily living

community integration

columbia ct

$18.46/hr

whole life inc.

paid training

paid orientation

medication support

individualized care plans

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

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

Why this role

Paid orientation and training; dental and health insurance and paid time off subject to employment classification and ACA eligibility; 401(k) contributions; person-centered support mission.

About the employer

Whole Life Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: Other Individual and Family Services. Sector: 62.