Direct Support Professional

Job overview

The Direct Support Professional role is onsite in Columbia, CT, paying $18.46 per hour, with a 26-hour weekly schedule. Whole Life is a Connecticut nonprofit serving adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities through person-centered support. The professional assists clients with daily living, health-related routines and community participation while implementing individualized care plans. The role promotes safety, dignity, independence and progress toward personal goals in coordination with managers, providers and families.

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, 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

developmental disabilities

person-centered care

activities of daily living

medication support

community integration

part-time

columbia ct

whole life

$18.46/hr

overnight schedule

paid training

cpr and pmt certification

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

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

Why this role

The listed schedule includes Friday and Saturday overnight shifts from 10:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. and Thursday from 10:30 p.m. to 7:30 a.m.; Sunday through Wednesday are off. High school diploma, transcripts, GED or equivalent and a valid driver’s license are required. CPR and PMT certifications are provided through orientation; medication-administration certification is required within six months.

About the employer

Whole Life Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities. Sector: 62.