Intellectual Disability - Direct Support Professional

Keystone Human Services; Broad Brook (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401K

Job summary

Keystone Human Services, a leader in community-based supports, is seeking Direct Support Professionals to help adults with intellectual disabilities, mental health, and autism in Broad Brook, Connecticut. Join a team dedicated to inclusion and meaningful participation in daily life.

You will create a healthy home environment, teach daily living skills, assist with personal care, and advocate for health and wellness.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to support adults.
• Ability to use basic computer applications.
• Valid driver’s license with reliable vehicle access.

Responsibilities

• Support adults in creating a healthy, engaging home setting.
• Teach and assist with daily living skills and personal care.
• Advocate for health, wellness, and community participation.

Skills

Effective communication

Basic computer skills

Valid driver’s license

Pre-employment clearances

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Key Human Services, a subsidiary of Keystone Human Services, is currently seeking Direct Support Professionals to join our team in providing individualized, person-directed support in the areas of intellectual disabilities, mental health, and autism. Our work focuses on inclusion and building communities where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and fully participate in everything society has to offer.

As a Direct Support Professional, you will support adults by creating a healthy and engaging home setting, teaching and assisting with daily living skills, assisting with personal care, and advocating for the health and wellness of the people we support.

Keystone Human Services values health, wellbeing, and professional growth. Our team has access to a competitive benefits package comprised of medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401K, career advancement, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, and more!

Job details:

• Full Time, Part Time, and Casual/Per Diem hours available
• $20.75 per hour - Full Time or Part Time
• $20.50 per hour - Casual/Per Diem

Minimum Requirements:

• 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

Keystone Human Services prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Disclaimer: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.