Direct Support Professional: Empower Lives & Community

Whole Life; Brooklyn (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid orientation

Paid time off

Paid training

401K

Healthcare Pension

Job summary

Whole Life in Connecticut is seeking a Direct Support Professional to provide person-centered care to individuals with disabilities in a community setting. The role focuses on ADLs, independence, and community integration, while building trusting relationships with clients and families.

You will work a 33.5 hour week with a rotating schedule, including mornings and weekends; benefits include health insurance, paid orientation, and retirement options.

Qualifications

• Must provide proof of a High School diploma or equivalent.
• Willingness to pass background and health checks.

Responsibilities

• Assist with ADLs: bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and meal prep.
• Administer medications, monitor vital signs, and support medical appointments.
• Ensure a clean, safe living environment through light housekeeping and laundry.
• Engage clients in social activities, community outings, and promote independence.
• Use mobility equipment with proper techniques.
• Document daily activities, observations and incidents accurately.
• Maintain confidentiality per HIPAA regulations.

Skills

Compassionate care

Observation skills

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Whole Life in Connecticut is seeking a Direct Support Professional to provide person-centered care to individuals with disabilities in a community setting. The role focuses on ADLs, independence, and community integration, while building trusting relationships with clients and families.

You will work a 33.5 hour week with a rotating schedule, including mornings and weekends; benefits include health insurance, paid orientation, and retirement options.