Direct Support Professional

Job overview

The Direct Support Professional role is onsite in Dayville, CT, and is part-time at 16 hours per week. The listed schedule includes Sunday and Monday, 2:00 PM–10:00 PM; compensation is $20.06 per hour. Whole Life is a Connecticut nonprofit supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities through person-centered programs. The professional supports individuals in group homes with daily living, health, and community activities, implementing individualized care plans while promoting independence, choice, 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 and safe living environment
• support social activities, community outings, and choice-making
• use mobility equipment appropriately
• document activities and incidents
• maintain confidentiality
• implement individualized care plans.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

direct support professional

dsp

part-time

dayville ct

whole life inc.

developmental disabilities

group home

activities of daily living

medication support

individualized care plans

community engagement

sunday 2:00 pm–10:00 pm

monday 2:00 pm–10:00 pm

$20.06 per hour

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Dental and 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

The posting requires a valid driver’s license and high school diploma or equivalent; group-home or direct-support experience and First Aid/CPR are preferred.

About the employer

Whole Life Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: Residential Intellectual and Developmental Disability Facilities. Sector: 62.