Direct Support Professional

Job overview

The Direct Support Professional role is onsite in Brooklyn, CT; compensation is $18.46 per hour. Whole Life’s Connecticut homes and programs provide person-centered support to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

What you'll do

• Assist with activities of daily living, medication administration, vital-sign monitoring, and medical appointments
• maintain a safe living environment
• support social activities, community outings, and choice-making
• use mobility equipment
• document activities and incidents
• maintain confidentiality
• and implement individualized care plans.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

direct support professional

person-centered care

developmental disabilities

brooklyn ct

whole life inc.

$18.46/hour

part-time

overnight schedule

friday

saturday

thursday

24 weekly hours

paid training

401(k)

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

The listed schedule is Friday, Saturday, and Thursday from 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM, with 24 weekly hours. CPR and PMT certifications are provided through orientation; medication administration certification is required 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.