Direct Support Professional, M-F; Part Time

Direct Support Professional (DSP)
Your Overnight Ends in the Morning. Here's $20.00/hr for the Hours Before Your Next One.

Location:

Kensington, CT

Schedule:

Monday–Friday, 3:00 PM–7:00 PMPay: $20.00/hr Service Type:
Per Diem / Part-Time Reasons to Join Arbor Built around your overnight schedule — if you're finishing a shift in the early morning, sleeping through midday, and back on overnight later, the 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM window fills your afternoon without cutting into your rest or your next shift.$20.00/hr for four focused hours — this is a 1:1 role with one client, one setting, and a clear out time every day.

No overtime creep, no ambiguous end time, done at 7:00 PM.One client, every day — you'll build a real working relationship with the person you support. If your overnight role is high-volume and reactive, your afternoon here is the opposite: consistent, relationship-centered, and calm.

Engagement and connection are the work — you'll spend this time actively interacting with your client, not just monitoring. If you're someone who brings patience and genuine presence to the people you support, this role will feel natural.

Medical, dental, vision, STD/LTD/AD&D, and sick time available for qualifying employees.

W-2 employment with Arbor from day one — stable paycheck, no 1099 paperwork stacked on top of what you're already managing.

DSP | HHA | CNA | Caregiver | PCA — overnight healthcare or residential direct care background? The skills you use every night translate directly into this role.

Responsibilities Provide dedicated 1:1 direct support — personal engagement, personal hygiene care, ADL assistance, and daily living skills in a calm, person-centered environment.

Maintain a calm, steady demeanor throughout every interaction, including during challenging moments.

Transport and accompany the client as needed (valid driver's license required).Monitor health and behavior, document observations accurately, and communicate updates to program staff at shift end.

Foster a respectful, inclusive environment that upholds the client's dignity, preferences, and autonomy at all times.

Follow program safety protocols, maintain confidentiality, and adhere to all Arbor and program-specific standards throughout every shift.

Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent

Personal or professional caregiving experience preferred; 6+ months in human services a plus Comfortable providing 1:1 support and hands-on personal hygiene and ADL care

Able to maintain a calm, professional demeanor in all client interactions

Valid driver's license required

Certifications CPR/FA certification (required)
PMT and other restraint training as required by assignment CT Medication Administration certification as required by assignment

Physical Requirements Ability to lift at least 50 lbs Prolonged standing; bending, kneeling, crouching as needed

Indoor and community-based activity involvement

Psychological Requirements Emotional stability and resilience when supporting a client who may exhibit challenging behaviors

Capacity to remain calm, patient, and professional in high-stress situations

Strong attention to detail and ability to follow program protocols precisely

Arbor Associates serves Southern New England, including Greater Boston, Central and Western Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island. We live and work in these communities and are committed to providing the care and support needed to help them thrive.

If you're a motivated human services professional ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities and behavioral health needs, apply today.

Arbor Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. All interested applicants must be over the age of 18, authorized to work in the United States, and pass a stringent background check including Criminal History, Sexual Offender Registry, and Department of Children and Families (DCF- MA)/Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF-RI).By

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