Intellectual Disability - Direct Support Professional

Keystone Human ServicesPlainville, CT
Onsite

About The Position

Key Human Services, a subsidiary of Keystone Human Services, is seeking Casual/Per Diem Direct Support Professionals to provide individualized, person-directed support to adults with intellectual disabilities, mental health challenges, and autism. The role focuses on fostering inclusion and building communities where individuals can thrive and fully participate. Direct Support Professionals create healthy and engaging home settings, teach and assist with daily living skills, provide personal care, and advocate for the health and wellness of the people they support. Keystone Human Services values health, wellbeing, and professional growth, offering a competitive benefits package. The organization works to create an environment where all people, regardless of ability, can grow, make choices, and be valued and contributing members of the community. They provide community-based services for children, adolescents, adults, and families in the areas of intellectual disabilities, autism, and mental health, and offer technical assistance to governments and other organizations to develop support frameworks. Services are provided in Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Delaware, and New Jersey in the United States, as well as parts of Eastern Europe and India.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent
  • Effective communication and 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 verification

Responsibilities

  • Support adults by creating 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 we support

Benefits

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Paid time off
  • 401K
  • Career advancement
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Wellness programs

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Part-time

Career Level

Entry Level

Education Level

High school or GED

Number of Employees

501-1,000 employees

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