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Intellectual Disability - Direct Support Professional

Keystone Human Services•East Hartford, CT

About The Position

Key Human Services, a subsidiary of Keystone Human Services, is seeking Direct Support Professionals to provide individualized, person-directed support to adults with intellectual disabilities, mental health needs, and autism. The work centers on inclusion and building communities where everyone can thrive and participate fully in society. Direct Support Professionals help create a healthy, 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 listed pay is $20.75 per hour for full-time or part-time work and $20.50 per hour for casual/per-diem work. Keystone Human Services prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on protected veteran status or disability, and against all individuals based on categories protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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

  • Create a healthy and engaging home setting for the adults supported.
  • Teach and assist with daily living skills.
  • Assist with personal care.
  • Advocate for the health and wellness of the people supported.

Benefits

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

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