Direct Support Professional | 2nd Shift, Growth & Training

Dungarvin; Meriden (CT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Supplemental Insurance

HSA/Flex Spending

Pet Insurance

Life Insurance

401K with match

Paid Time Off

PTO Donation

Growth Opportunities

Employee Referral Program

On-time Raises

Mileage Reimbursement

PayActive

Training Department

Job summary

At Dungarvin, we are a mission-driven team focused on respect, response, and choice. We empower people with disabilities to live as independently as possible, working directly with individuals in Meriden and Hamden.

The Direct Support Professional provides direct support, positive direction, instruction, and care to clients with developmental, intellectual, and physical needs. Starting pay is $19 per hour with full/part-time 2nd shift schedules available.

Qualifications

• Person-centered, patient, and kind.
• Dependable, adaptable, flexible.
• Observant and detail oriented.
• Positive role-model for others and able to work on a team.
• Committed to creating a respectful and collaborative environment.
• Computer skills for documentation.
• 18 years or older.
• Valid Driver's License (due to transporting persons served).
• Some positions/locations may require own vehicle and auto‑liability insurance.
• A successful background clearance is required as part of onboarding.
• Good communication is key; reading, writing and documenting care.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands‑on assistance, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance.
• Ensure the comfort, safety, and personal growth of the individuals we serve.
• Assist with daily living tasks such as moving around, getting in and out of bed, dressing, bathing, toileting and more.

Skills

Person-centered

Dependable

Observant

Team player

Communication skills

Driver's license

Job description

At Dungarvin, we are a mission-driven team focused on respect, response, and choice. We empower people with disabilities to live as independently as possible, working directly with individuals in Meriden and Hamden.

The Direct Support Professional provides direct support, positive direction, instruction, and care to clients with developmental, intellectual, and physical needs. Starting pay is $19 per hour with full/part-time 2nd shift schedules available.