Supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to lead independent, productive, and happy lives.

Direct Support Professionals

Look for the Job # on each position listed below and refer to that number when you are submitting your application. You may apply for more than one position, just include EACH Job # when you do!

These positions provide direct care services to the agency’s residents in areas including, but not limited to:

  • Activities of daily living.

  • Interpersonal relationships.

  • Cultural sensitivity.

  • Productive use of leisure time.

  • Personal hygiene.

Duties also include:

  • Medication administration.

  • Behavioral intervention as necessary.

  • Required documentation.

  • Household care.

  • Demonstrated creativity, interest, and enthusiasm in service provision.

Qualifications:

  • H.S. diploma (or equivalent) required;

  • Minimum of one year’s related experience with individuals with intellectual disabilities preferred.

  • Minimum 5+ years of driving history within the United States and a satisfactory driving record.

  • Obtain and maintain a valid CT/MA driver’s license and available means of transportation.

  • Use of a personal vehicle in order to perform assigned duties is required.

  • Obtain and maintain certifications in CPR/First Aid, PMT and DDS Medication Administration per agency timeframes;

  • compliance with, and demonstrated competency in all other agency training;

  • Meets agency insurability requirements.

 

Competitive Benefits Include:

  • Generous Paid Vacation, Sick and Personal Time as well as paid Holidays

  • Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits

  • 403(b) Plan

  • Paid Training, Education, and Certifications as necessary

  • Staff Recognition and Appreciation

Interested applicants:  Send resume and cover letter to  HR@optionsunltd.org

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