Direct Support Professional

Posted:
9/27/2024, 2:55:54 AM

Location(s):
Connecticut, United States ⋅ Waterford, Connecticut, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Customer Success & Support

Key Human Services, Inc. is currently seeking Direct Support Professionals to join our team of professionals in making a positive difference in the lives of our neighbors and the community.

Responsibilities Include:

  • Create a healthy, engaging, typical home for people with intellectual disabilities
  • Teach and assist with daily living skills like cooking and light housekeeping
  • Provide and assist with direct care such as personal care and hygiene
  • Promote and advocate for the health and wellness of the people supported
  • Support individuals to become independent, make decisions, and live a meaningful dignified life with valued social roles (ex: friend, neighbor, student, employee)
  • Provide transportation within the community and to medical appointments as necessary

Position Details:

  • $19.25 per hour - Full Time or Part Time
  • $19.00 per hour - Casual/Per Diem
  • Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401K, and more
  • Generous paid time off program
  • Extensive training and learning opportunities
  • Career development and advancement

Minimum Requirements:

  • Valid Connecticut driver’s license with a three year clean driving history
  • Daily access to a privately maintained and insured vehicle or insured driver with reliable transportation
  • Successful completion of the pre-employment process, including motor vehicle record and criminal background checks

Preferred Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent

Keystone Human Services is committed to an inclusive workplace that does not discriminate against race, nationality, religion, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law. We believe in diversity and encourage any qualified individual to apply.

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.

Keystone Human Services

Website: https://khs.org/

Headquarter Location: Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, United States

Employee Count: 1001-5000

Year Founded: 1972

IPO Status: Private

Industries: Health Care ⋅ Hospital ⋅ Medical ⋅ Mental Health ⋅ Non Profit