Direct Support Professionals
About The Position
The Supported Living Group (SLG), founded and headquartered in Danielson, Connecticut, provides non-medical, community-based, person-centered support services throughout Connecticut. Direct Support Professionals provide support to individuals with disabilities in their homes and communities. Depending on the individual’s needs, services may require coverage 24 hours a day or as little as four hours per day. The role includes first-, second-, and third-shift responsibilities across all seven days of the week, with schedules varying by individual and offering flexibility. Personal Care Assistant duties include assisting with eating, bathing, dressing, personal hygiene, and other activities of daily living, or providing supervision and cues without hands-on assistance. SLG is hiring for multiple positions and locations.
Requirements
- Excellent communication skills.
- Problem-solving ability.
- Commitment to the health and wellbeing of others.
- Flexibility.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- A can-do attitude.
- Desire to improve the quality of life for a person with disabilities.
- High school education or GED.
- Reliable transportation.
- Valid driver's license.
- At least 18 years old.
- Personal cell phone.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with disabled individuals is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide support to individuals with disabilities in their homes and communities.
- Assist with eating, bathing, dressing, personal hygiene, and other activities of daily living, or supervise and cue these activities without hands-on assistance.
- Work assigned first-, second-, or third-shift responsibilities according to the individual's needs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
