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Direct Care Staff / DSP

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Discovering Kindness Home Health

Guilford, CT (In Person)

$40,560 Salary, Part-Time

Posted 2 weeks ago (Updated 2 weeks ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/2/2026

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Job Description

Discovering Kindness Home Health offers a wide range of services to various populations in the community. We are hiring a Direct Care Support Staff for our DDS clients to provide services to adults with varying levels of disabilities, mental health conditions, behavioral concerns and other special needs. Compassionate Support Staff focus on developing clients' social skills and establishing their independence through the use of therapeutic and behavioral supports. We are looking for a special someone to work with a lovely lady in her home and community. PMT Certification preferred or willingness to obtain for DDS clients if needed
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We are hiring for approx. 15 hours per week. Our individual is happy in her environment and requires support for ADLs, companionship for social outings, walks, meal prep and prompting when needed. If you are experienced with DDS individuals and are looking for some hours please apply! Responsibilities as needed Provide health care services in patients residences Perform domestic and household tasks as needed Transport and accompany patients to doctors office or to hospital Prompt simple prescribed medications Assist with clients personal care activities Maintain patients care records and document provided services Assist patients with mobility and physical therapies/exercises Provide companionship and basic emotional or psychological support Skills Proven working experience as DSP Familiarity with basic nutrition and personal hygiene standards Comfortable using Apps for record keeping Caring and compassionate personality, honesty and integrity is a must! Current CPR certificate & First Aid training (or we can assist with obtaining) Valid driver's license is a big plus!
Job Type:
Part-time Pay:
$19.00 - $20.00 per hour
Work Location:
In person