Direct Support Professional — Empower Lives & Community

Continuum of Care; Plantsville (CT); On-site; USD 20,664 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Wages

401(k) with company match

Medical, Dental and Vision

FSA and Dependent Care Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Life, AD&D and LTD

Paid holidays

Paid sick time

Paid time off

Job summary

Continuum of Care in Connecticut is seeking a Direct Support Professional to assist individuals with intellectual disabilities in living independently. The role emphasizes respectful, dignified care, helping with daily living activities, community involvement, and coordinating with providers as needed.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, valid CT driver's license, and DSP/CPR-First Aid certifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Associate degree preferred; high school diploma acceptable with related experience.
• CT driver’s license with clean driving record required.
• Certification as Direct Support Professional preferred.
• CPR & First Aid, PMT and DDS/CoC required certifications.

Skills

Computer skills

CT driver’s license

Evenings/weekends/overnights

Education

Bachelor/Associate degree

High School Diploma or equivalent

Direct Support Professional certification

CPR & First Aid certification

PMT certification

Job description

Continuum of Care in Connecticut is seeking a Direct Support Professional to assist individuals with intellectual disabilities in living independently. The role emphasizes respectful, dignified care, helping with daily living activities, community involvement, and coordinating with providers as needed.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, valid CT driver's license, and DSP/CPR-First Aid certifications.