Direct Support Specialist: Empower Lives & Community

Key Human Services; Southington (CT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Paid time off

401K

Career advancement

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

Key Human Services, a subsidiary of Keystone Human Services, is seeking Direct Support Professionals to provide individualized, person-directed support to adults with intellectual disabilities, mental health, and autism. Our work focuses on inclusion and building communities where everyone can thrive and fully participate in everything society offers.

You will support adults by creating a healthy, engaging home setting, teaching daily living skills, assisting with personal care, and advocating

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Effective communication and basic computer skills.
• Valid driver’s license with daily access to a privately maintained and insured vehicle.
• Successful completion of the pre-employment process, including clearances and verifications.

Responsibilities

• Support adults by creating a healthy and engaging home setting.
• Teach and assist with daily living skills.
• Assist with personal care and health advocacy for the people supported.

Skills

Effective communication

Basic computer skills

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Key Human Services, a subsidiary of Keystone Human Services, is seeking Direct Support Professionals to provide individualized, person-directed support to adults with intellectual disabilities, mental health, and autism. Our work focuses on inclusion and building communities where everyone can thrive and fully participate in everything society offers.

You will support adults by creating a healthy, engaging home setting, teaching daily living skills, assisting with personal care, and advocating