Intellectual Disability - Direct Support Professional

Key Human Services; Columbia (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Key Human Services in Columbia, CT seeks Direct Support Professionals to provide person-directed support to adults with intellectual disabilities, mental health needs, and autism. You will help with daily living tasks, personal care, and advocacy to promote health and wellbeing.

Positions include Full Time, Part Time, and Casual/Per Diem. Wages start around $20.50–$20.75 per hour, with a comprehensive benefits package available to eligible staff.

Qualifications

• Good communication with adults and colleagues.
• Ability to use basic computer tools.
• Valid driver’s license with daily access to a privately maintained and insured vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Support adults with daily living skills in a home setting.
• Assist with personal care and health/wellbeing advocacy.
• Promote inclusion and community participation for people with intellectual disabilities.

Skills

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

## Intellectual Disability - Direct Support ProfessionalApply: Columbia, CT: Posted Today: R23654Key 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 DiemMinimum 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 verificationsKeystone 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.