Direct Support Professional I - Weekend Differential & Impact

Continuum of Care; Baltic (CT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Wages

401(k) with company match

Medical, Dental and Vision

FSA/Dependent Care Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Life, AD&D and LTD

Colonial Supplemental Insurance

Vacation, PTO & Sick time

Connecticut Paid Sick Time

Double-time Holidays

Job summary

Continuum of Care is seeking a Direct Support Professional to assist individuals with intellectual disabilities in a home setting, promoting independence and community involvement. The role emphasizes respectful, dignified care, daily living activities, and collaboration with care teams.

The DSP will work evenings, weekends, and overnights as required, with a weekend differential of $1 per hour. Responsibilities include documentation, IP plan input, and ensuring access to community resources.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Associate degree preferred; high school diploma or equivalent considered with relevant experience.
• Valid Connecticut Driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Certification as a Direct Support Professional preferred.
• CPR & First Aid, PMT and other required certifications completed through DDS and CoC.
• Computer skills to navigate agency records, access email, and document.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and overnights.

Responsibilities

• Establish rapport and positive working relationships with individuals while maintaining professional ethics and boundaries.
• Provide face-to-face hands-on support enabling individuals to maintain living in their apartment/home, including activities of daily living and personal care.
• Deliver services per individual plan and positive behavioral programming as applicable.
• Encourage natural supports and community involvement while ensuring personal safety.
• Provide supportive companionship and problem-solving discussions.
• Assist with routine medical, psychological, dental appointments, and transportation to community resources.
• Input data in Therap or other electronic systems and report daily data for IP teaching, ADL strategies, behavior and medical needs.

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate degree preferred

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Therap system

Job description

Continuum of Care is seeking a Direct Support Professional to assist individuals with intellectual disabilities in a home setting, promoting independence and community involvement. The role emphasizes respectful, dignified care, daily living activities, and collaboration with care teams.

The DSP will work evenings, weekends, and overnights as required, with a weekend differential of $1 per hour. Responsibilities include documentation, IP plan input, and ensuring access to community resources.