1:1 Direct Support Professional

Job Description

Job Description

1:1 Direct Support Professional$18.50/hour. Full TimeWe are looking for dedicated and caring people to work with male adult aged individuals with developmental/intellectual disabilities in a day program setting on a 1:1 or 2:1 staff to participant ratio. If you are passionate about helping others and making a positive impact in the world, we encourage you to apply today!About our Company:STAR, Inc., is a non-profit located in Norwalk. CT that provides support services to adult aged individuals with developmental/intellectual disabilities and their families. This takes many different forms but all with the same goal of improving the lives of those we serve. We help the individuals we support become the fullest versions of themselves through the values of inclusion, independence, and freedom of choice.A Day in the Life of a 1:1 Direct Support Professional:As a 1:1 Direct Support Professional, you would be tasked with providing the necessary supervision to individuals in a community setting. You would actively join in on each activity selected by the participant. This could be by actively engaging with our participants in an art class, a cooking class, a sporting activity – really anything our individuals choose to participate in.When not out in the community, you would be in our day program with lunch or activities on-site. Our staff also assist with feeding and personal needs of the participant when needed. You may also drive a company vehicle with your assigned participant to and from activities and, if necessary, private family homes for pick-ups or drop offs. At the end of each day, you would leave knowing you've been instrumental in enriching the lives of the people we serve.Qualifications for the Job:High School Diploma or its equivalentPrevious experience working with individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities is preferred.A valid driver's license and eligible for a Public Passenger EndorsementCompassion and ability to see the potential in everyonePositivity and a team-player attitudeSchedule:Monday -Friday: 35 hours/week (Paid lunch while supervising participants) Are you ready to Join Our Team?If you would like to be part of a caring and driven team. APPLY TODAY! Quick 5-minute application process.