Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Setting: Healthcare Facilities

Job Type: Contract - Part Time

Pay: $19 / Hour

Hours: 24.00

Location: Amston, CT

The Direct Support Personnel II assists individuals with intellectual disabilities or mental health challenges with growth and development of interpersonal skills and activities of daily living in the home, community or residential setting. The Direct Support Personnel II works directly with the resident and provides supports for activities of daily living and adaptive skills. The Direct Support Personnel II should follow the guidance of the resident/ patients Individual Service Plan.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School diploma or its equivalent

• Valid driver's license

• Valid and current auto insurance

• Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice

• Current CPR if applicable

• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable

• Current Health Certificate (per contract or stateregulation)

• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age

• Demonstrates ability to prioritize tasks

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

• 401(k) savings plan

• Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Category: Aide

Job Function: Aide | DSP II- Company Vehicle | DSP II- Company Vehicle

Job Type: Contract - Part Time

Setting: Healthcare Facilities

Position Type: Healthcare

Office Number: 0745

Contract Duration: 1

Pay Rate: $19 / Hour

Date Posted: 2026-09-17T18:17:33