Overnight Direct Support Professional - Empower Independence

Oak Harbor Freight Lines, Inc.; Enfield (CT); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Generous PTO

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Career development

Employee recognition

Job summary

Oak Hill in Enfield, CT is seeking a Direct Support Professional for the overnight, part-time shift. The DSP will provide person-centered support in a residential setting, promoting independence, dignity, and community connection.

The role requires compassion, reliability, and motivation, with duties including daily living support, health monitoring, medication administration, transportation, meal assistance, and documentation in the EHR. Paid training and a generous benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license with the ability to transport individuals in agency vehicles.
• Ability to successfully complete required background checks, fingerprinting, and pre-employment health screenings.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe, healthy, and professional work environment in accordance with Oak Hill policies.
• Commitment to continuity of care, including an occasional need to stay beyond a scheduled shift until coverage is in place.

Responsibilities

• Supporting Daily Living Activities.
• Assisting with personal care, grooming, bathing, dressing, and hygiene needs, based on individual preferences and support plans.
• Providing assistance with continence care as needed.
• Encouraging independence and skill development whenever possible.
• Monitoring and documenting health-related information, including vital signs when required.
• Administering medications and maintaining accurate medication records in accordance with training, certification requirements, and nursing directives.
• Following individualized health care plans and supporting overall well-being.
• Transporting individuals to appointments, recreational activities, community events, and other destinations using agency vehicles.
• Encouraging participation in community life, social opportunities, and personal interests.
• Preparing meals and snacks according to menus, dietary requirements, and personal preferences.
• Providing support during meals as needed.
• Assisting individuals with mobility and transfers using approved techniques, adaptive equipment, lift systems, ramps, and wheelchair securement devices as required.
• Accurately documenting daily activities, health information, progress notes, incidents, and medication administration in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Following all applicable Oak Hill, DDS, DPH, HIPAA, and regulatory requirements.
• Following established emergency procedures and safety protocols. Implementing behavioral support strategies and documenting related activities.
• Applying trained intervention techniques and administering First Aid/CPR when required.
• Communicating effectively with colleagues, supervisors, individuals served, family members, and other stakeholders.
• Participating in required meetings, trainings, and ongoing professional development.

Skills

Compassionate

Dependable

Motivated

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Location:Enfield, CT

Weekly Hours:26

Weekly Schedule: Thursday 11pm-9am, Friday Through Saturday 11pm-7am

Compensation:$20.39/hourBase Rate–differentialpayavailable(for specific schedules)

Union Position | Overtime Eligible

WhatYou’llDo

As a Direct Support Professional,you'llsupport individuals in living healthy, meaningful, and fulfilling lives by:

Supporting Daily Living Activities

• Assistingwith personal care, grooming, bathing, dressing, and hygiene needs, based on individual preferences and support plans.

• Providing assistancewith continence care as needed.

• Encouraging independence and skill development whenever possible.

Supporting Health and Wellness

• Monitoring and documenting health-related information, including vital signs whenrequired.

• Administering medications andmaintainingaccuratemedication recordsin accordance withtraining, certification requirements, and nursing directives.

• Following individualized health care plans and supporting overall well-being.

Promoting Community Inclusion

• Transporting individuals to appointments, recreational activities, community events, and other destinations using agency vehicles.

• Encouraging participation in community life, social opportunities, and personal interests.

Assisting with Nutrition and Mealtime Support

• Preparing meals and snacks according to menus, dietary requirements, and personal preferences.

• Providing support during meals as needed.

Providing Physical Support

• Assistingindividuals with mobility and transfers using approved techniques, adaptive equipment, lift systems, ramps, and wheelchair securement devices asrequired.

Maintaining Documentation and Compliance

• Accurately documenting daily activities, health information, progress notes, incidents, and medication administration in the electronic health record (EHR).

• Following all applicable Oak Hill, DDS, DPH, HIPAA, and regulatory requirements.

Responding to Emergencies and Behavioral Needs

• Following established emergency procedures and safety protocols.Implementing behavioral support strategies and documenting related activities.

• Applyingtrained intervention techniques and administering First Aid/CPR whenrequired.

Working as a Team

• Communicating effectively with colleagues, supervisors, individuals served, family members, and other stakeholders.

• Participating in required meetings,trainings, and ongoing professional development.

What You'll Bring

Required Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.

• High school diploma or GED.

• Valid driver's license with the ability to transport individuals in agency vehicles.

• Ability to successfully complete required background checks, fingerprinting, and pre-employment health screenings.

• Ability to complete required training programs andmaintainnecessary certifications.

• Commitment tomaintaininga safe, healthy, and professional work environmentin accordance withOak Hill policies.

• Commitment to continuity of care, including an occasional need to stay beyond a scheduled shift until coverage is in place.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previousexperience as a Direct Support Professional (DSP), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), caregiver, home health aide, behavioral health technician, or in a related human services role.

• Experience supporting individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities.

No experience? We provide paid training and support to help you succeed.

You'llThrive in This Role IfYou..

Lead with CompassionYou build trust through patience, empathy, respect, and a genuine desire to help others achieve their goals.

Adapt and Problem-SolveYou enjoy variety, remain flexible when situations change, and approach challenges with curiosity and a solutions-focused mindset.

Find Purpose in Helping OthersYou are motivated by meaningful work and take pride in making a positive impact in someone's life every day.

Why Join Oak Hill?

For more than 130 years, Oak Hill has been empowering people with disabilities to live, learn, work, and thrive. As Connecticut's largest private provider of services for people with disabilities, we are committed to creating opportunities for independence, inclusion, health, and dignity.

When you join Oak Hill,you'llenjoy:

• Paid training and certifications, including DDS Medication Certification within90 daysof hire.

• Career mobility opportunities after six months, including transfers andadditionalshift opportunities.

• Generouspaid time off, including vacation, sick time, personal days, and holidays.

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• 403(b) Retirement Plan with an annual Oak Hill contribution equal to 9.5% of eligible gross earnings, regardless of employee contribution.

• Employer-paid long-term disability insurance.

• Life insurance options, including employer-paid coverage.

• Tuition reimbursement and career development opportunities.

• Employee recognition and appreciation programs.

• A mission-driven culture where your work truly matters.