Direct Support Associate (Part Time)

Mosaic•Portland, CT

10d

About The Position

Mosaic is seeking a part-time Direct Support Associate to support people as they learn and develop daily living skills and participate in life activities, helping them live as independently as possible. The role involves creating a supportive environment for learning and growth, helping people pursue personal goals, and ensuring their comfort, safety, and care needs are met. It also includes providing emotional support and assisting with housekeeping, meal preparation, and laundry. No prior experience is needed; thorough training is provided. Starting wage is $20.16. Daily Pay is available, allowing employees to access their pay daily.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Valid U.S. driver's license where applicable.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to perform frequent physical activity, including extended periods of standing, walking, and bending, and occasional sitting, kneeling, climbing, stooping, crouching, squatting, and balancing.
Ability to reach constantly between knee and shoulder level, frequently below knee level and overhead.
Ability to lift independently up to 25 pounds occasionally, push or pull up to 40 pounds of force frequently, and safely transfer 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Passion for helping others and a desire to make a positive difference in people's lives.
Clear written and verbal communication skills.
Punctuality and a commitment to exceeding expectations.
Strong time-management skills and the ability to juggle responsibilities while communicating honestly about timelines, challenges, and questions.
A proactive, adaptable approach to work and commitment to inclusion.

Responsibilities

Help people develop daily living skills and participate in life activities in an environment that supports learning, growth, and discovery.
Help people identify and achieve the goals that are most important to them.
Monitor the comfort and safety of the people served.
Ensure medical, nutritional, and personal care needs are met.
Provide emotional support.
Assist with general housekeeping, meal preparation, and laundry.