Direct Support Professional I - Meaningful Care & Community

Continuum of Care; Hamden (CT); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 27,552,000; 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

Colonial Supplemental Insurance

Vacation, PTO & Sick time

Connecticut Paid Sick Time

Double Time on Holidays

Job summary

The Direct Support Professional role at Continuum of Care in Connecticut focuses on enabling individuals with intellectual disabilities to live independently with dignity. DSPs provide hands-on support for daily living, personal care, and community participation, following individualized plans and documenting progress in electronic systems.

Weekend shifts include a $1/hour differential. The position requires a HS diploma or higher, a CT driver’s license, CPR/First Aid, PMT, and other

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent with relevant human services experience.
• CT driver’s license with clean driving record.
• DSP certification preferred.
• CPR & First Aid, PMT, and DDS/CoC certifications completed.
• Computer skills to navigate electronic records and documentation.
• Evening, weekend, and overnight availability.

Responsibilities

• Establishes rapport and positive working relationships with individuals.
• Provides face-to-face hands-on support for ADL and personal care.
• Delivers services per individual plan and positive behavioral programming.
• Encourages social and community involvement while ensuring safety.
• Provides companionship and problem-solving discussions.
• Supports medical, dental, and other appointments and transports.
• Inputs data in Therap or similar systems; documents daily needs.
• Attends staff and other meetings; completes assigned tasks.

Job description

The Direct Support Professional role at Continuum of Care in Connecticut focuses on enabling individuals with intellectual disabilities to live independently with dignity. DSPs provide hands-on support for daily living, personal care, and community participation, following individualized plans and documenting progress in electronic systems.

Weekend shifts include a $1/hour differential. The position requires a HS diploma or higher, a CT driver’s license, CPR/First Aid, PMT, and other