Intellectual Disability - Direct Support Professional

Keystone Human Services•Bloomfield, CT

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About The Position

Key Human Services, a subsidiary of Keystone Human Services, is hiring Direct Support Professionals to provide individualized, person-directed support to adults in the areas of intellectual disabilities, mental health, and autism. The work focuses on inclusion and building communities where everyone can thrive and fully participate in society. Direct Support Professionals help create a healthy and engaging home setting, teach and assist with daily living skills, provide personal care assistance, and advocate for the health and wellness of the people they support. Full-time, part-time, and casual/per-diem hours are available. The stated pay is $20.75 per hour for full-time or part-time work and $20.50 per hour for casual/per-diem work. Key Human Services offers a benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, a 401(k), career advancement, tuition reimbursement, and wellness programs. The job description notes that its summary is not a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Effective communication skills.
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.

Responsibilities

Provide individualized, person-directed support to adults with intellectual disabilities, mental health needs, and autism.
Create 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 supported.