Direct Support Professional: Meaningful Care & Growth

Whole Life; Merrow (CT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; 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 seeks compassionate Direct Support Professionals to provide person-centered care for adults with developmental or intellectual disabilities across Connecticut. The role focuses on ADL support, independence, community integration, and safe daily living while building trusting relationships with clients and families.

The DSP collaborates with managers, providers and families to implement care plans, support daily activities such as shopping and cooking, and encourage meaningful

Qualifications

• Must have a High School diploma or GED.
• Must have a valid driver's license and a social security card, birth certificate, or passport.
• Background checks and Fit for Duty tests required within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to stand, move, twist, bend, kneel, reach, lift or walk for most of shift; some positions up to 100 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs): bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and meal preparation.
• Administer medications, monitor vital signs, and support medical appointments.
• Maintain a clean, safe living environment through light housekeeping and laundry.
• Engage clients in social activities, community outings, and choice-making to promote independence.
• Use mobility equipment with proper techniques.
• Document daily activities, observations, and incidents accurately.
• Maintain confidentiality per HIPAA regulations.
• Implement individualized care plans.

Skills

Observation

Communication

Documentation

Physical stamina

Education

High School diploma / GED

Job description

Whole Life seeks compassionate Direct Support Professionals to provide person-centered care for adults with developmental or intellectual disabilities across Connecticut. The role focuses on ADL support, independence, community integration, and safe daily living while building trusting relationships with clients and families.

The DSP collaborates with managers, providers and families to implement care plans, support daily activities such as shopping and cooking, and encourage meaningful