Intellectual Disability - Direct Support Professional

Key Human Services; Connecticut; Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

Career advancement

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

Key Human Services, a Keystone subsidiary, seeks Direct Support Professionals to provide individualized, person-directed care for adults with intellectual disabilities, mental health needs and autism in inclusive community settings.

You will support daily living skills, assist with personal care and advocate for health and wellbeing, while benefiting from competitive medical/dental/vision, PTO, 401(k) and tuition reimbursement programs.

Qualifications

• 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

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized, person-directed support to adults in areas of intellectual disabilities, mental health, and autism.
• Assist with daily living skills and personal care in a healthy, engaging home setting.
• Advocate for health, wellness, and inclusion, helping participants participate in community life.

Skills

Effective communication

Basic computer skills

Valid driver’s license

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.

Who we are

Keystone Human Services works to create an environment where all people, regardless of ability, can grow, make choices and be valued and contributing members of the community.

What we do

Keystone Human Services provides community-based services for children, adolescents, adults, and families in the areas of intellectual disabilities, autism, and mental health. In addition, we provide technical assistance to governments and other organizations to develop frameworks of support for people with disabilities. We also support educational efforts to promote community understanding and awareness of the value and importance of inclusion for all people in all aspects of society. We offer services and supports in Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Delaware, and New Jersey in the United States, as well as parts of Eastern Europe and India.

Disclaimer

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.