Direct Support Professional (Part Time) - Plymouth, CT

Oak Harbor Freight Lines, Inc.; Plymouth (CT); Vor Ort; USD 23.000 - 32.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Paid training

DDS Medication Certification within 90

PTO and holidays

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Life insurance options

Tuition reimbursement

Zusammenfassung

Oak Hill is seeking Direct Support Professionals to assist individuals with disabilities in Plymouth, CT. You will support daily living activities, health monitoring, transportation, and meals, while documenting care in the EHR and following care plans.

No experience? Paid training is provided. Requirements include being 18+, a HS diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, and successful background checks and health screenings.

Qualifikationen

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver's license for transport in agency vehicles.
• Ability to complete background checks, fingerprinting, and health screens.
• Ability to complete required trainings and certifications.

Aufgaben

• Assist with daily living activities and personal care.
• Monitor health, document vital signs and medication records.
• Transport individuals to appointments and community activities.
• Prepare meals, support nutrition, and assist during meals.
• Document activities, incidents, and progress in EHR.
• Follow health care plans, safety protocols, and regulatory requirements.

Kenntnisse

Compassion

Communication

Patience

Flexibility

Teamwork

Organization

Ausbildung

High school diploma or GED

Jobbeschreibung

Location: Plymouth

Weekly Hours: 20

Weekly Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00am-11:00am

Compensation: $20.39 /hour (based on assigned shift)

Union Position | Overtime Eligible

What You’ll Do

Supporting Daily Living Activities

• Assisting with personal care, grooming, bathing, dressing, and hygiene needs, based on individual preferences and support plans.
• Providing assistance with continence care as needed.
• Encouraging independence and skill development whenever possible.

Supporting Health and Wellness

• Monitoring and documenting health-related information, including vital signs when required.
• Administering medications and maintaining accurate medication records in accordance with training, certification requirements, and nursing directives.
• Following individualized health care plans and supporting overall well-being.

Promoting Community Inclusion

• Transporting individuals to appointments, recreational activities, community events, and other destinations using agency vehicles.
• Encouraging participation in community life, social opportunities, and personal interests.

Assisting with Nutrition and Mealtime Support

• Preparing meals and snacks according to menus, dietary requirements, and personal preferences.
• Providing support during meals as needed.

Providing Physical Support

• Assisting individuals with mobility and transfers using approved techniques, adaptive equipment, lift systems, ramps, and wheelchair securement devices as required.

Maintaining Documentation and Compliance

• Accurately documenting daily activities, health information, progress notes, incidents, and medication administration in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Following all applicable Oak Hill, DDS, DPH, HIPAA, and regulatory requirements.

Responding to Emergencies and Behavioral Needs

• Following established emergency procedures and safety protocols.
• Implementing behavioral support strategies and documenting related activities.
• Applying trained intervention techniques and administering First Aid/CPR when required.

Working as a Team

• Communicating effectively with colleagues, supervisors, individuals served, family members, and other stakeholders.
• Participating in required meetings, trainings, and ongoing professional development.

What You’ll Bring

Required Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license with the ability to transport individuals in agency vehicles.
• Ability to successfully complete required background checks, fingerprinting, and pre-employment health screenings.
• Ability to complete required training programs and maintain necessary certifications.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe, healthy, and professional work environment in accordance with Oak Hill policies.
• Commitment to continuity of care, including an occasional need to stay beyond a scheduled shift until coverage is in place.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Direct Support Professional (DSP), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), caregiver, home health aide, behavioral health technician, or in a related human services role.
• Experience supporting individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities.

No experience? We provide paid training and support to help you succeed.

You'll Thrive in This Role If You…

Lead with Compassion

You build trust through patience, empathy, respect, and a genuine desire to help others achieve their goals.

Adapt and Problem-Solve

You enjoy variety, remain flexible when situations change, and approach challenges with curiosity and a solutions-focused mindset.

Find Purpose in Helping Others

You are motivated by meaningful work and take pride in making a positive impact in someone's life every day.

Why Join Oak Hill?

For more than 130 years, Oak Hill has been empowering people with disabilities to live, learn, work, and thrive. As Connecticut's largest private provider of services for people with disabilities, we are committed to creating opportunities for independence, inclusion, health, and dignity.

When you join Oak Hill, you’ll enjoy:

• Paid training and certifications, including DDS Medication Certification within 90 days of hire.
• Career mobility opportunities after six months, including transfers and additional shift opportunities.
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick time, personal days, and holidays.
• Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with an annual Oak Hill contribution equal to 9.5% of eligible gross earnings, regardless of employee contribution.
• Employer-paid long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance options, including employer-paid coverage.
• Tuition reimbursement and career development opportunities.
• Employee recognition and appreciation programs.
• A mission-driven culture where your work truly matters.