Intellectual Disability - Direct Support Professional
$19/h
Keystone Human Services3 days ago
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Summary
Keystone Human Services is seeking a Direct Support Professional to join their team in Durham, CT. The role involves providing individualized, person-directed support in the areas of intellectual disabilities, mental health, and autism.
About the Role
As a Direct Support Professional, you will support adults by creating a healthy and engaging home setting, teaching and assisting with daily living skills, assisting with personal care, and advocating for the health and wellness of the people we support.
About You
Required:
- 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 verifications.
Benefits
- Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Paid time off.
- 401K.
- Career advancement opportunities.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Wellness programs.
Keystone Human Services
Keystone Human Services is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing the human spirit of all people. Since 1972, we have worked to promoting inclusion, creating opportunities for children and adults with disabilities to fully participate in their communities and fully enjoy their human rights. We provide community-based services to children and adults with autism, individuals with intellectual disabilities, and adults experiencing mental illness. Our programs also include early intervention, Capital Area Head Start, and Susquehanna Service Dogs. Although we’re based in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, we serve children, adults, and families throughout Pennsylvania, Delaware, New Jersey, and Connecticut, as well as Moldova and India.
Durham, CT