Direct Support Professional (PT) - Impactful Care & Growth

Whole Life; Coventry (CT); Ibrido; USD 21.000 - 28.000; Part-time

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid orientation

Paid time off

Paid training

401K

Healthcare Pension

Descrizione del lavoro

Whole Life in Coventry, CT seeks compassionate Direct Support Professionals to help adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities with daily living activities, medication support, and independence. The role focuses on ensuring safety, dignity, and personal growth.

DSPs collaborate with managers and families to implement personalized care plans, support community engagement, and assist with daily tasks such as grocery shopping, light cleaning, and transportation when needed.

Competenze

• Proof of High School diploma/ Transcripts/ GED equivalent.
• Proof of valid driver’s license, social security card, birth certificate, or passport.
• Ability to pass a Background Check, safe driving record, and Abuse Registry Check. Post-hire, employees must pass a "Fit for Duty" physical and tuberculosis test within 30 days of hire.
• Must be able to stand, move, twist, bend, kneel, reach, lift, and walk for the majority of your shift. Some positions require occasionally lifting up to 100lbs unassisted.
• Must be able to document care given in English, and speak English with enough consistency to communicate with clients and co-workers verbally and written.

Mansioni

• Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs): bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and meal preparation
• Administer medications, monitor vital signs, and support medical appointments
• Ensure 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 (e.g., Hoyer lifts) with proper techniques
• Document daily activities, observations, and incidents accurately.
• Maintain confidentiality per HIPAA regulations.
• Implement individualized care plans

Conoscenze

HS Diploma

English proficiency

Background check

Valid driver’s license

Heavy lifting

Formazione

High School Diploma

Descrizione del lavoro

Whole Life in Coventry, CT seeks compassionate Direct Support Professionals to help adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities with daily living activities, medication support, and independence. The role focuses on ensuring safety, dignity, and personal growth.

DSPs collaborate with managers and families to implement personalized care plans, support community engagement, and assist with daily tasks such as grocery shopping, light cleaning, and transportation when needed.