Direct Support Professional - Part Time (24 Hours)
Company: The Arc Eastern Connecticut
Location: Norwich
Posted on: February 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description The Arc Eastern Connecticut has
been providing services to individuals with intellectual and
developmental disabilities for more than 60 years. We actively
champion for full community inclusion and are a licensed and
contracted service provider of the Connecticut Department of
Development Services. We provide residential, daytime, employment,
and social supports to people with IDD and their families. Come
join our team! Schedule: Sat 7am-3pm Sun-Wed 4pm-8pm Work Location:
Niantic, CT Description: Our Direct Support Professionals are
committed to facilitate, model, and build skills that will lead to
the optimal independence of the people we support. Essential
Functions: Deliver training, support, and assistance to
participants in the areas of personal care, recreation and leisure,
daily living skills, social skills, health needs, personal
preferences, exercising of individual rights, community
integration, and behavior management. Participate in the design,
implementation and monitoring of the participants individualized
support plan. Your observations and opinions are crucial to
tailoring an achievable plan. Accurately administer prescribed
medications to participants as ordered by physicians. Accurately
complete required documentation including but not limited to
program data, incident reports, daily log, progress notes, and
health records. Always ensure participants health and safety
including but not limited to prevention of abuse, perform CPR,
perform Standard First Aid, perform Heimlich procedure, and
evacuate participants in case of a fire. Providing transportation
to recreational and community activities Prepare participants meals
following published menus. Must have the ability to mentor and
assist people in all areas of life skills including recreation,
independence, communication, and health Expectations: Demonstrates
a positive work ethic. Can work with limited supervision. Advocates
for and protects participants’ rights in accordance with Arc
policies and procedures. Treats all individuals in an
age-appropriate manner, with respect and dignity, and to encourage
opportunities that promote choice. Maintains a mature and positive
attitude when dealing with program participants, staff, families,
the public and outside representatives. Works with a spirit of
cooperation with all departments. Carries out all job
responsibilities in a professional manner. Attends all agency staff
meetings and training sessions. Maintains attendance. Adheres to
policies on attendance, days of absence, and illness. Keeps
supervisor informed of any significant events or the need to modify
any area of the operation/activity. Serves as a positive and
appropriate role model for program participants. Provides advocacy
for participants based on their personal choice and their
individual plan. Develops and maintains positive relationships with
participants, their families, and providers. Responds to need of
participants, families, and providers in a timely and professional
manner. Minimum Qualifications: Prior experience working with
people who have developmental and physical disabilities preferred
Must have the ability to mentor and assist people in all areas of
life skills including recreation, independence, communication, and
health Valid driver’s license required High School Diploma or GED
Required Applicants must possess basic computer aptitude and be
able to speak/write in English Benefits: Dental insurance Vision
Insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life
insurance Paid time off Referral program If you: Appreciate paid
training while you get state certified Can use medical, dental and
life insurance Would enjoy getting 11 recognized holidays off and
paid each year Earn paid vacation and paid sick leave; and We pay a
starting hourly rate of $17.60 per hour. We can start you working
and earning towards your employment goal. Opportunities for
advancement are offered. Helping others is a reward that will stay
with you the rest of your life. The Arc Eastern Connecticut is an
Equal Opportunity Employer Saturday 7:00a.m. to 3:00p.m.
Saturday-Wednesday 4:00p.m. to 8:00p.m. 24 Hours
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