Direct Support Professional (Part-time, Overnights)

Oak Hill
Waterbury, CT
Category Healthcare
Job Description
Role Overview

As a Direct Support Professional, you'll support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in living healthy, meaningful, and fulfilling lives. You'll inspire growth, build meaningful relationships, and contribute to a mission-driven organization committed to empowering people with disabilities.

What You Will Do

You'll support daily living activities, health and wellness, community inclusion, nutrition and mealtime support, physical support, documentation and compliance, and respond to emergencies and behavioral needs.

Why It Might Be a Fit

You'll thrive in this role if you lead with compassion, adapt and problem-solve, and find purpose in helping others.

Requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Valid driver's license with the ability to transport individuals in agency vehicles.
  • Ability to successfully complete required background checks, fingerprinting, and pre-employment health screenings.
  • Ability to complete required training programs and maintain necessary certifications.
  • Commitment to maintaining a safe, healthy, and professional work environment in accordance with Oak Hill policies.
  • Commitment to continuity of care, including an occasional need to stay beyond a scheduled shift until coverage is in place.

Benefits

  • Paid training and certifications
  • Career mobility opportunities after six months
  • Generous paid time off
  • Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 403(b) Retirement Plan with an annual Oak Hill contribution equal to 9.5% of eligible gross earnings
  • Employer-paid long-term disability insurance
  • Life insurance options, including employer-paid coverage
  • Tuition reimbursement and career development opportunities
  • Employee recognition and appreciation programs
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