Direct Support Associate (Part Time)

Mosaic•Manchester, CT

10d

About The Position

Mosaic is seeking a part-time Direct Support Associate, also referred to as a Direct Support Professional (DSP), to support people as they learn and develop daily living skills and life activities, with the goal of helping them live as independently as possible. The role involves helping people identify and achieve meaningful personal goals, monitoring their comfort and safety, and ensuring their medical, nutritional, and personal care needs are met. Associates also provide emotional support and assist with general housekeeping, meal preparation, and laundry. No experience is needed; thorough training is provided. The starting wage is $20.16, and the posting mentions Daily Pay as a way to access pay each day.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Valid U.S. driver's license required, where applicable.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Effective, clear written and verbal communication.
Excellent time management and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities while communicating honestly about timelines, challenges, and questions.
Frequent physical activity, including extended periods of standing, walking, and bending; occasional sitting, kneeling, climbing, stooping, crouching, squatting, and balancing.
Constant reaching between knee and shoulder level, with frequent reaching below knee level and overhead.
Occasional independent lifting of up to 25 pounds, frequent pushing or pulling up to 40 pounds of force, and the ability to safely transfer 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Passion for helping others and a desire to make a positive difference in people's lives.
Punctuality and a desire to exceed expectations.
A willingness to take initiative, improve processes, and support others.
Commitment to inclusion and Mosaic's values.

Responsibilities

Support the development of daily living skills and life activities by creating an environment where people can learn, grow, and discover.
Help people identify and achieve the goals most important to them.
Monitor the comfort and safety of the people served.
Ensure medical, nutritional, and personal care needs are being met.
Provide emotional support.
Assist with general housekeeping, meal preparation, and laundry duties.