Intellectual Disability - Direct Support Professional

Key Human Services; Wolcott (CT); On-site; USD 28,240 - 28,585; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid time off

401K

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

Key Human Services, located in Wolcott, Connecticut, is hiring for the role of Direct Support Professional. The successful candidates will provide individualized support to adults in the areas of intellectual disabilities, mental health, and autism.

This position offers both part-time and casual hours, with compensation of $20.75 per hour for part-time workers and $20.50 for casual roles. Benefits include a competitive package with medical, dental, vision, and more.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Effective communication and basic computer skills needed.
• 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

Direct Support Professional

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.

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

Job Details

Part Time, and Casual/Per Diem hours available.

$20.75 per hour for Part Time, $20.50 per hour for Casual.

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

Benefits & Compensation

Competitive benefits package comprising medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401K, career advancement, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, and more.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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 is 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.

If you are unable to access the online application, please call 717-775-1356.