Direct Support Professional I - Evening/Night Care

Continuum of Care; Southington (CT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Wages

401(k) with company match up to 3.5%

Medical, Dental and Vision

FSA and Dependent Care Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Life, AD&D and LTD coverage

Colonial Supplemental Insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Paid Sick Time in CT

Job summary

Continuum of Care is hiring Direct Support Professionals I to support individuals with intellectual disabilities in their apartments/homes. This full-time role runs Tuesday to Saturday from 3pm to 11pm, with responsibilities including ADL support, community involvement, and coordination of appointments.

The position requires a HS diploma (or higher preferred) and a valid CT driver’s license. CPR/First Aid and related certifications are preferred; computer and data-entry skills are necessary.

Qualifications

• CPR & First Aid certification is preferred.
• Strong communication and documentation skills required.
• Ability to navigate electronic records and email.
• Must have valid CT driver’s license with clean record.
• Evening, weekend, and overnight availability as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide face-to-face support and daily living assistance.
• Assist individuals to participate in community and activities.
• Support attendance at medical and other appointments.
• Document data in Therap or designated systems daily.
• Attend meetings and contribute to IP planning.

Skills

CPR & First Aid

Communication

Computer skills

Time management

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s or Associates preferred

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Continuum of Care is hiring Direct Support Professionals I to support individuals with intellectual disabilities in their apartments/homes. This full-time role runs Tuesday to Saturday from 3pm to 11pm, with responsibilities including ADL support, community involvement, and coordination of appointments.

The position requires a HS diploma (or higher preferred) and a valid CT driver’s license. CPR/First Aid and related certifications are preferred; computer and data-entry skills are necessary.