Direct Support Specialist - PT 23h

Journey Found; Stonington (CT); On-site; USD 26,174 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Journey Found is seeking dedicated support staff in Stonington, CT, to assist individuals with daily living activities while ensuring safety and comfort. Responsibilities include transportation, organizing activities, and medication administration.

The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma, driving experience, and strong communication skills. Comprehensive training will be provided, along with medical and other benefits for full-time employees.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of driving experience with a valid driver’s license.
• Must communicate well both orally and in writing.
• Must be free from communicable disease.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with daily living activities.
• Transport people as needed.
• Organize community activities and outings.

Skills

Behavioral management experience

Communication skills (oral and written)

Driving experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CPR

Medication Administration Program (MAP)

Job description

Job Details

Location: 105 Soundview - Pawcatuck, CT 06379

Salary: $19.10 hourly

Schedule:

1. Mon 2p-8p
2. Fri 4p-8p
3. Sat 3p-8p
4. Sun 12p-8p

Application deadline: 4/24/2026.

Responsibilities

• Supporting individuals with activities of daily living (getting dressed, cooking, cleaning, bathing, toileting, etc.)
• Transporting people
• Organizing activities and community outings
• Medication administration
• Doctors’ appointments
• Documenting program data
• Teaching and engaging
• Implementing good routines
• Helping in decision making process
• Grocery shopping and running errands
• Deescalating situations and managing behaviors
• Working as part of a collective team
• Communicating professionally with nurses, clinical staff, directors, and supervisors

Qualifications

• Must have at least a high school diploma or its equivalent
• Must have at least 3 years driving experience with a valid driver’s license
• Behavioral management experience and/or formal training
• Ability to communicate, both orally and in writing
• Will be required to be PMT, CPR, FA and complete DDS Medication Administration Program (MAP)
• Must be free from communicable disease

Training Provided

State‑of‑the‑art training in person‑centered planning/thinking, CPR/first aid, human rights, compliance/HIPAA, workplace safety/OSHA, and medication administration.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, flexible spending accounts, dependent‑care accounts, a 403(b) plan, tuition reimbursement, and more for full‑time employees.

Essential Physical Requirements

The ability to move independently throughout a wide range of environments, some of which may not be wheelchair or otherwise handicapped accessible, is required. Independent transportation to locations that may not be served by public transportation may be necessary. Journey Found will make reasonable accommodations, whenever possible, when needed and/or requested by employees. Requests for accommodations will be honored, unless the accommodation would cause undue hardship on the operation of the program and/or on the organization.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Journey Found, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Journey Found, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.