Intellectual Disability - Direct Support Professional

Key Human Services; Griswold (CT); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401K

Career advancement

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

Key Human Services is seeking Direct Support Professionals in Griswold, CT to provide individualized, person-directed support for adults with intellectual disabilities, mental health needs, and autism.

We offer a competitive benefits package and flexible hours including full-time, part-time, and casual/per diem roles with wages up to $20.75/hour for full-time/part-time and $20.50/hour for casual/per diem, supporting community inclusion and thriving for every individual.

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.

Responsibilities

• Support adults by creating a healthy and engaging home setting.
• Teach and assist with daily living skills.
• Assist with personal care.
• Advocate for the health and wellness of the people we support.

Skills

Effective communication

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

## Intellectual Disability - Direct Support ProfessionalApply: Griswold, CT: Posted Yesterday: R23638Key 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.