Direct Support Professional - Community Care Advocate

Key Human Services; Middlebury (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Key Human Services, a Keystone Human Services subsidiary, is seeking Direct Support Professionals to provide individualized, person-directed support to adults with intellectual disabilities, mental health, and autism in our Connecticut programs.

In this role you will support adults by teaching daily living skills, assisting with personal care, and advocating for health and wellness in a healthy, engaging home setting. Competitive benefits and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Effective communication and basic computer skills.
• Valid driver’s license with daily access to a privately maintained and insured vehicle.
• Successful completion of the pre-employment process, including clearances and verifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized, person-directed support to adults with disabilities.
• Assist with daily living skills and personal care.
• Advocate for health, wellness, and inclusive community participation.

Skills

Effective communication

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Key Human Services, a Keystone Human Services subsidiary, is seeking Direct Support Professionals to provide individualized, person-directed support to adults with intellectual disabilities, mental health, and autism in our Connecticut programs.

In this role you will support adults by teaching daily living skills, assisting with personal care, and advocating for health and wellness in a healthy, engaging home setting. Competitive benefits and growth opportunities are offered.