Intellectual Disability - Direct Support Professional

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401K

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Career advancement

Job summary

Key Human Services, a subsidiary of Keystone Human Services, seeks a Part Time Direct Support Professional in Oxford, CT to provide individualized, person-directed support for adults with intellectual disabilities, mental health needs, and autism. You will help with daily living skills, personal care, and advocacy to promote health and wellness.

The role offers part-time hours with potential full-time options, plus a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401K,

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent is required.
• Effective communication and basic computer skills are essential.
• Valid driver’s license with daily access to a privately maintained and insured vehicle is required.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Effective communication

Basic computer skills

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Key Human Services, a subsidiary of Keystone Human Services, is currently seeking a Part Time Direct Support Professional 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:* Part Time and Full Time hours available* $20.75 per hour* Casual/Per Diem hours available* $20.50 per hourMinimum 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 verificationKeystone 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.