Empowering Direct Support Professional – Adult Services

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health; Connecticut; On-site; USD 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Student loan debt assistance

Tuition reimbursement

403(b) retirement plan with matching

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health seeks compassionate Direct Care professionals to support adults with developmental disabilities in community-based residential settings. You will help clients learn skills for independent living and meaningful life choices, while ensuring safe, supportive care in a home-like environment.

The role emphasizes empathetic engagement, teamwork, and strong communication, with opportunities to contribute to individualized care plans and positive reinforcement

Qualifications

• Associates degree preferred or high-school diploma or equivalent required.
• Driver's license required.
• Experience with individuals with psychological, emotional and behavioral disorders, ASD/IDD preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, therapeutic environment and support clients' physical, emotional, and personal needs.
• Provide client documentation including shift reports, incident reports, and progress notes.
• Administer medications and assist with medical care.
• Assist clients in daily living activities including health, personal management, recreation and daily household tasks.

Skills

Empathetic

Team player

Communication skills

Behavior management

Education

Education: Associate degree or HS diploma

Job description

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health seeks compassionate Direct Care professionals to support adults with developmental disabilities in community-based residential settings. You will help clients learn skills for independent living and meaningful life choices, while ensuring safe, supportive care in a home-like environment.

The role emphasizes empathetic engagement, teamwork, and strong communication, with opportunities to contribute to individualized care plans and positive reinforcement