Direct Support Professional — Empower Adults with ID & Autism

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental insurance

Vision benefits

Paid time off

401K

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Keystone Human Services is seeking Direct Support Professionals to provide individualized, person-directed support in areas including intellectual disabilities, mental health, and autism. We focus on inclusion and building communities where everyone can thrive and participate in society.

As a Direct Support Professional, you will support adults by creating a healthy home setting, teaching daily living skills, assisting with personal care, and advocating for health and wellness.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Effective communication and basic computer skills required.
• 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

• Support adults by creating a healthy, engaging home setting and assisting with daily living skills.
• Assist with personal care and advocate for health and wellness of the people supported.
• Provide individualized, person-directed support focused on inclusion and community participation.

Skills

Effective communication

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Keystone Human Services is seeking Direct Support Professionals to provide individualized, person-directed support in areas including intellectual disabilities, mental health, and autism. We focus on inclusion and building communities where everyone can thrive and participate in society.

As a Direct Support Professional, you will support adults by creating a healthy home setting, teaching daily living skills, assisting with personal care, and advocating for health and wellness.