Direct Support Professional

Job overview

The Direct Support Professional position is onsite in Stafford, CT, with a stated rate of $20.06 per hour. Whole Life is a nonprofit serving adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities across Connecticut through person-centered care and support programs. The role supports clients’ daily living, independence, safety, dignity, and community participation. Direct Support Professionals implement individualized care plans and work with managers, providers, and family members to help clients pursue personal goals and meaningful daily activities.

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 and safe living environment
• engage clients in social activities and community outings
• use mobility equipment appropriately
• document daily activities, observations, and incidents
• maintain confidentiality
• implement individualized care plans.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

direct support professional

person-centered care

developmental disabilities

activities of daily living

medication support

community integration

stafford ct

whole life

part-time

$20.06/hr

paid orientation

paid training

cpr certification

healthcare pension

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

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

Why this role

Whole Life provides paid orientation and training, CPR and PMT certifications through orientation, and medication-administration certification sponsorship within six months of hire. The listed schedule is Saturday and Sunday 1:00 PM–7:00 PM and Monday 2:00 PM–8:00 PM.

About the employer

Whole Life Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: Vocational Rehabilitation Services. Sector: 62.