Compassionate Direct Support Professional, 24h/Week

Oak Harbor Freight Lines, Inc.; Connecticut; Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Career mobility opportunities

Generous paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Job summary

Oak Hill seeks a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to assist individuals with daily living, health monitoring, and community participation. You will support personal care, meals, mobility, and documentation in an agency setting.

Responsibilities include medication administration per training, health plan compliance, and teamwork with staff. Paid training, benefits, and career development are offered.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license with ability to transport individuals in agency vehicles.
• Ability to complete background checks, fingerprinting, and pre-employment health screenings.
• Ability to complete required training programs and maintain certifications.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with daily living activities and personal care.
• Monitor health information and document health-related data.
• Administer medications and maintain medication records.
• Transport individuals to appointments and community activities.
• Provide nutrition and mealtime support and assist with transfers and mobility.
• Document daily activities and follow health care plans.

Skills

Ability to transport individuals

Background checks & screenings

Training & certifications

Safety & professional conduct

Education

High school diploma or GED

Valid driver's license

Job description

Oak Hill seeks a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to assist individuals with daily living, health monitoring, and community participation. You will support personal care, meals, mobility, and documentation in an agency setting.

Responsibilities include medication administration per training, health plan compliance, and teamwork with staff. Paid training, benefits, and career development are offered.