Direct Support Professional — Empower Daily Living

The Supported Living Group; Newington (CT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

My CT Savings Account

Paid Time Off

Job summary

The Supported Living Group in Connecticut is seeking a dedicated Direct Support Professional (DSP) to support individuals on their journey toward independence and personal growth. Full-Time or Part-Time positions are available with shifts from 7am to 3pm, 3pm to 11pm, and 11pm to 7am.

Your role includes assisting with daily living tasks, driving to appointments, helping with personal hygiene, and teaching essential life skills such as budgeting and grocery shopping to promote self-sufficiency.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required or preferred.
• Excellent communication skills are essential.
• Problem-solving ability and flexibility are important.
• A commitment to the health and wellbeing of others.
• Reliable transportation with a valid driver's license, insurance and registration.
• Must be at least 18 years old with a personal cell phone.
• We value passion and a willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assist with household chores and daily living tasks.
• Drive to appointments and support transportation needs.
• Assist with personal hygiene and daily routines.
• Develop routines that promote independence and self-sufficiency.
• Teach essential life skills such as budgeting and grocery shopping.

Skills

Excellent communication

Problem solving

Flexibility

Commitment to wellbeing

Reliable transportation

Age 18+

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Supported Living Group in Connecticut is seeking a dedicated Direct Support Professional (DSP) to support individuals on their journey toward independence and personal growth. Full-Time or Part-Time positions are available with shifts from 7am to 3pm, 3pm to 11pm, and 11pm to 7am.

Your role includes assisting with daily living tasks, driving to appointments, helping with personal hygiene, and teaching essential life skills such as budgeting and grocery shopping to promote self-sufficiency.