Direct Support Professional

Job overview

The Direct Support Professional role is onsite in Dayville, CT. Compensation is $20.06 per hour. Whole Life is a nonprofit serving adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities across Connecticut. The professional provides individualized, person-centered support that promotes clients’ safety, dignity, independence, and community participation. The role implements care plans and assists clients with daily living and personal goals.

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 with proper techniques
• document 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

care plans

whole life

dayville ct

$20.06/hr

friday and saturday

2 pm–8 pm

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Dental and health insurance, paid orientation, paid time off subject to employment classification and eligibility, paid training, 401(k), and healthcare pension.

Why this role

The listed weekly schedule is Friday and Saturday, 2:00 PM–8:00 PM, for 12 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.