Direct Support Professional In Home Supports

Direct Support Professionals In-Home Supports
Starting Pay: $19.20/hour Outstanding Benefits 3 Weeks Vacation in Your First Year

The Arc of Litchfield County Inc. (LARC) is looking for warm reliable and self-motivated Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to join our Independent Housing Support Program. If youre the kind of person who brings both heart and initiative to your work this role invites you to make a meaningful impact every day.

Make Independence Possible

In this unique in-home support role youll work one-on-one with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) helping them live safely confidently and independently in the community. This is a great fit if you enjoy working autonomously building trusting relationships and bringing creativity to everyday routines.

What Youll Do

Youll provide individualized support based on each persons goals and daily needs including:

• Meal preparation and healthy menu planning
• Assisting with household chores and organization
• Grocery shopping and errands
• Supporting fitness routines (e.g. taking individuals to the gym)
• Engaging in recreational activities of their choice
• Encouraging and teaching daily living skills
• Offering consistent compassionate support with a strengths-based mindset

This position requires the ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining professionalism sound judgment and a respectful person-centered approach.

What You Need to Bring

• Must be at least 21 years old
• Valid CT drivers license with a clean driving record
• High school diploma or GED
• Willingness to complete required background checks and a physical
• Ability to work flexible hours including multiple shifts and weekends

Preferred (but not required):

• CPR First Aid PMT and Medication Administration certification
• Experience with Therap and Electronic Visit Verification (EVV)

Dont have these certifications yet LARC provides all required training!

Why Youll Love Working at LARC

• Excellent Health Insurance: No deductible for most services; employee premiums as low as $15.19 per week
• Generous Paid Time Off: 3 weeks of vacation your first year
• Flexibility: A variety of shifts available
• Professional Growth: Paid training and development opportunities
• Community & Belonging: A supportive inclusive environment rooted in dignity and respect

Ready to Make a Real Difference

Working in in-home supports means helping someone shape their best life and watching your own skills and confidence grow along the way. If you bring compassion reliability and a positive spirit well provide the training support and community to help you thrive.

Apply today and build a career where every day truly matters including yours.

LARC is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment drug testing for illegal substances is required.

Keywords: CNA PCA personal care attendant in-home supports independent living community support direct care DSP human services social services disability services I/DD DDS caregiving nonprofit behavioral health autism support independent housing person-centered care.

What Youll Bring

• A positive attitude compassion and a genuine desire to help others.
• A high school diploma or GED.
• At least 21 years of age with a valid drivers license and clean driving record.
• Must successfully complete all required federal state and regulatory background checks as a condition of employment including criminal history driving record and a pre-employment physical examination in accordance with Connecticut and federal law.
• Basic computer skills and a commitment to teamwork.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

Being a Direct Support Professional (DSP) is an active hands-on role that requires both physical and emotional energy. Each day can look a little different but every task contributes to creating a safe inclusive and empowering environment for the people you support.

To be successful in this position youll need to:

• Stay active and engaged: DSPs spend much of their day on their feet walking standing and moving throughout residential homes program sites or the community. You may assist with household chores accompany individuals on walks or recreational activities and provide transportation to appointments or outings.
• Safely assist individuals: You may need to lift or transfer individuals push wheelchairs or assist with mobility equipment. This role requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds (or ¼ of your body weight) and to support another person safely during transfers or emergencies.
• Move with flexibility: Youll frequently bend squat kneel climb stairs and reach to provide care assist with dressing prepare meals or participate in activities.
• Respond quickly and calmly: Occasionally you may need to move quickly whether redirecting a situation helping someone whos unsteady or intervening in an emergency.
• Communicate and document effectively: Clear speech hearing reading writing and basic computer skills are essential to communicate with individuals colleagues and supervisors and to accurately complete documentation and reports.
• Maintain stamina and focus: DSPs must have sufficient endurance to perform their duties for extended periods staying alert supportive and responsive throughout the shift.
• Drive safely: Many DSPs transport individuals using agency or personal vehicles requiring a valid drivers license safe driving history and comfort navigating local routes.
• Work in varied environments: Youll work indoors and outdoors in residential and community settings. Conditions may include household environments exposure to cleaning products or occasional outdoor activities in variable weather.

Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified candidates with disabilities.

LARC provides comprehensive training on all safety and lifting procedures to help protect both you and the individuals you serve.

Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.