Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Amergis Healthcare Staffing; Killingly (CT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Weekly paychecks

Health, dental, vision, and life ins

401(k) savings plan

Job summary

Amergis Healthcare Staffing in Danielson, CT seeks a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to assist individuals with intellectual disabilities or mental health challenges in home, community or facility settings.

The role follows the resident's Individual Service Plan to guide supports for daily living activities and growth of interpersonal skills, while working directly with residents to deliver compassionate care. This is a 28-hour weekly contract on a part-time basis.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver's license and current auto insurance.
• CPR certification if applicable.
• Health certificate per contract or state Regulation.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to prioritize tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with intellectual disabilities or mental health challenges with daily living activities and interpersonal skills.
• Provide supports in home, community, or residential settings.
• Follow the Individual Service Plan and guidance for resident/patient care.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Auto insurance

CPR

Health certificate

Age 18+

Education

High School diploma or its equivalent

Job description

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Setting: Healthcare Facilities

Job Type: Contract - Part Time

Pay: $19 / Hour

Hours: 28.00

Location: Danielson, CT

The Direct Support Personnel II assists individuals withintellectual disabilities or mental health challenges with growth anddevelopment of interpersonal skills and activities of daily living in the home,community or residential setting. The Direct Support Personnel II worksdirectly with the resident and provides supports for activities of daily livingand adaptive skills. The Direct Support Personnel II should follow the guidanceof the resident/ patients Individual Service Plan.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School diploma or its equivalent
• Valid driver's license
• Valid and current auto insurance
• Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice
• Current CPR if applicable
• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
• Current Health Certificate (per contract or state regulation)
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Demonstrates ability to prioritize tasks

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Awards and recognition programs

Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Category: Aide

Job Function: Aide | DSP II– Company Vehicle | DSP II– Company Vehicle

Job Type: Contract - Part Time

Setting: Healthcare Facilities

Position Type: Healthcare

Office Number: 0745

Contract Duration: 8

Pay Rate: $19 / Hour

Date Posted: 2026-10-07T16:41:04