Direct Support Specialist — Intellectual Disabilities

Keystone Human Services; Connecticut; On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Paid time off

401K

Career advancement

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

Keystone Human Services is seeking Direct Support Professionals in Broad Brook, CT to provide individualized, person-directed support to adults with intellectual disabilities, mental health needs, and autism. You will help with daily living skills, personal care, and health advocacy in a community-focused setting.

The role offers Full Time, Part Time, and Casual/Per Diem hours with pay ranges of $20.50–$20.75 per hour.

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.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized, person-directed support in daily living skills.
• Assist with personal care and health/wellbeing advocacy for the people we support.
• Create a healthy, engaging home setting and promote inclusion for all individuals.

Skills

Effective communication

Basic computer skills

Valid driver’s license

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Keystone Human Services is seeking Direct Support Professionals in Broad Brook, CT to provide individualized, person-directed support to adults with intellectual disabilities, mental health needs, and autism. You will help with daily living skills, personal care, and health advocacy in a community-focused setting.

The role offers Full Time, Part Time, and Casual/Per Diem hours with pay ranges of $20.50–$20.75 per hour.