Day Program Specialist / Direct Support Professional

Job overview

Day Program Specialist / Direct Support Professional is an onsite, part-time role in North Haven, CT, paying $18.34 per hour. The schedule is Monday–Friday, with shifts varying between 8:45 a.m. and 2:45 p.m.; the program supports adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The specialist helps participants build skills, pursue individual goals, connect with the community, and maintain independence. Daily support includes activities, routines, mobility, safety, and progress documentation, delivered with dignity and respect.

What you'll do

• Support participants’ skill development and personal goals
• accompany community outings and activities
• assist with meals, personal care, and mobility
• lead activities based on individual program plans
• drive participants in agency vehicles
• respond calmly to situations
• document progress
• follow safety, sanitation, and infection-control protocols.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

day program specialist

direct support professional

part-time

monday–friday

north haven ct

idd support

community outings

personal care

no prior experience needed

$18.34/hour

training provided

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Training provided
• supportive coworkers
• weekday schedule with nights and weekends free
• assistance obtaining relevant certifications if required.

Why this role

No prior experience is needed; training is provided, including assistance obtaining CPR, First Aid, AED, PMT, and Medication Administration certifications if required. Posting states no nights, weekends, or holidays-on-call.

About the employer

Arc of Greater New Haven, Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities. Sector: 62.