Direct Support Specialist: Meaningful Community Care

Whole Life; Tolland (CT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; 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 is seeking compassionate Direct Support Professionals to support individuals with developmental, intellectual, and/or physical disabilities in Connecticut. The role focuses on daily living activities, promoting independence, and community engagement while ensuring safety, dignity, and well-being.

You’ll build trusting relationships with clients and families, collaborate with managers and care teams, and help implement personalized care plans to empower clients toward meaningful,

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

HS Diploma/ GED

Driver's license

Background Check

Fit for Duty

English communication

Physical stamina

Direct support experience (preferred)

First Aid/CPR (preferred)

Medication Admin certification (pref)

Disability experience (pref)

Observation & documentation

Heavy lifting ability

Job description

Whole Life is seeking compassionate Direct Support Professionals to support individuals with developmental, intellectual, and/or physical disabilities in Connecticut. The role focuses on daily living activities, promoting independence, and community engagement while ensuring safety, dignity, and well-being.

You’ll build trusting relationships with clients and families, collaborate with managers and care teams, and help implement personalized care plans to empower clients toward meaningful,