Compassionate Direct Support Professional — Make a Difference

Whole-Life,-Inc; Stonington (CT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid orientation

Paid time off

Paid training

401K

Healthcare Pension

Job summary

Whole Life seeks compassionate Direct Support Professionals to support adults with developmental, intellectual, and physical disabilities across Connecticut. This role focuses on ADL assistance, promoting independence, and community participation, while building trusting relationships with clients and their families to ensure safety, dignity, and well-being.

You will collaborate with managers and family members to implement personalized care plans and help clients achieve meaningful daily goals

Qualifications

• Proof of High School diploma/ Transcripts/ GED equivalent.
• Proof of valid driver's license, social security card, birth certificate, or passport.
• Ability to pass a Background Check, safe driving record, and Abuse Registry Check. Post-hire, employees must pass a "Fit for Duty" physical and tuberculosis test within 30 days of hire.
• Must be able to stand, move, twist, bend, kneel, reach, lift, and walk for the majority of your shift. Some positions require occasionally lifting up to 100lbs unassisted.
• Must be able to document care given in English, and speak English with enough consistency to communicate with clients and co-workers verbally and written.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs): bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and meal preparation
• Administer medications, monitor vital signs, and support medical appointments
• Ensure a clean, safe living environment through light housekeeping and laundry
• Engage clients in social activities, community outings, and choice-making to promote independence
• Use mobility equipment (e.g., Hoyer lifts) with proper techniques
• Document daily activities, observations, and incidents accurately.
• Maintain confidentiality per HIPAA regulations.

Skills

Background check

Physical ability

Documentation in English

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Whole Life seeks compassionate Direct Support Professionals to support adults with developmental, intellectual, and physical disabilities across Connecticut. This role focuses on ADL assistance, promoting independence, and community participation, while building trusting relationships with clients and their families to ensure safety, dignity, and well-being.

You will collaborate with managers and family members to implement personalized care plans and help clients achieve meaningful daily goals