Direct Support Professional - 3rd Shift

Direct Support Professional - 3rd Shift

MAIN STREET GROUP HOME - TORRINGTON, CT 06790

Quick Apply Overview Salary Range $19.20 Hourly Level Entry Position Type Full Time Job Shift 3rd Shift Travel Percentage None Quick Apply Description Awake Overnight Direct Support Professional (DSP) Make a Difference While the

World Sleeps Pay:

$19.20/hour

Shifts:

Awake Overnight Status:

Full-Time Be the Calm, Caring Presence That Matters Most Are you someone who naturally creates a sense of safety and calm? Do you stay grounded, attentive, and compassionate—especially when others need reassurance the most? At LARC, our Awake Overnight Direct Support Professionals play a critical role in ensuring the safety, dignity, and comfort of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities throughout the night. This is meaningful, trusted work that truly matters. This is an awake overnight position. You are expected to remain alert and attentive for the entire shift. What You'll Do Overnight Support & Monitoring Remain awake, alert, and attentive throughout the entire overnight shift Monitor individuals while they sleep to ensure health, safety, and comfort Respond to nighttime needs such as toileting, repositioning, mobility support, or emotional reassurance Complete required visual checks and documentation (T-Logs, GERs, safety notes) Maintain a calm, clean, and safe household environment overnight Morning Routine Support Assist individuals with morning routines including hygiene, dressing, toileting, mobility, and breakfast preparation Encourage independence while providing hands-on support as needed Support smooth transitions into daytime schedules and programs Health, Safety & Compliance Administer medications as required (training provided) Respond appropriately to medical or safety concerns and follow all emergency procedures Uphold individual rights, dignity, and confidentiality at all times Safely operate agency or personal vehicles as needed Why You'll Love Working at

LARC Outstanding Benefits:

Health insurance with NO deductible on most services 3 weeks' vacation in your first year 12 paid holidays Additional earned leave and benefits

Paid Training & Certifications:

CPR, First Aid, Medication Administration, PMT, and more

Supportive Culture:

A compassionate, mission-driven team that values dignity, inclusion, and respect This role is ideal for CNAs, PCAs, overnight caregivers, healthcare workers , or anyone seeking meaningful overnight work in human services. Qualifications The DSP shall have a minimum of a High School Diploma/GED. Typically, 0-3 years on the job experience. Valid CT Driver's license Must maintain all LARC required and State mandated training certifications and re-certifications.

COMPUTER AND SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS

Computer literate and proficient in Microsoft Office Word and Excel, Outlook, and be comfortable using tablets and smartphones along with other general office equipment. Ability to work with and understand databases a must and the ability to learn technical skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

The DSP shall have essential physical skills be able to run, squat, stoop/bend, kneel, climb stairs, be able to lift at least 50 pounds (or ¼ own body weight), push/pull against potential resistance, and be able to implement non-physical and physical interventions and CPR with individuals supported when needed. The DSP shall have adequate vision, reading, writing, and documentation skills, and hearing to perform the essential functions of the job. The DSP must have sufficient endurance to perform tasks over long periods of time. The DSP will be engaged in speaking, sitting, walking, driving, listening, and in communicating both orally and in writing while performing his or her duties. The employee must be able to listen and respond to questions and instructions. The qualifications, physical demands, and work environment described herein are representative of those an employee will encounter and must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship. The above noted job description is not intended to describe, in detail, the variety of tasks that may be assigned but rather to give the incumbent a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations of his/her position. As the nature of business demands change, so, too, may the essential functions of this position. LARC is an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer. LARC is a drug free workplace. Substance use testing is a pre-employment requirement. Share job details to Terms of Use | Privacy Policy | © 2026 Paycom | All Rights Reserved.