Direct Support Pro — Impactful Care, Competitive Pay

Key Human Services; Durham (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off (PTO)

401(k) retirement plan

Career advancement opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

Key Human Services, a subsidiary of Keystone Human Services, is seeking Direct Support Professionals to join our team in Connecticut. You will provide individualized, person-directed support to adults with intellectual disabilities, mental health needs, or autism in inclusive community settings.

Responsibilities include creating a healthy home environment, teaching daily living skills, assisting with personal care, and advocating for health and wellness.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Good communication skills and basic computer skills required.
• Valid driver’s license with daily access to a privately maintained and insured vehicle required.
• Successful completion of pre-employment process including clearances and verifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized, person-directed support to adults with intellectual disabilities, mental health needs, or autism.
• Create a healthy, engaging home setting and teach daily living skills.
• Assist with personal care and advocate for health and wellness of the people supported.

Skills

Effective communication

Basic computer skills

Driver's license

Pre-employment clearances

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Key Human Services, a subsidiary of Keystone Human Services, is seeking Direct Support Professionals to join our team in Connecticut. You will provide individualized, person-directed support to adults with intellectual disabilities, mental health needs, or autism in inclusive community settings.

Responsibilities include creating a healthy home environment, teaching daily living skills, assisting with personal care, and advocating for health and wellness.