Direct Support Professional; DSP – Human Services

Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Human Services

East Haven, CT, USA •

West Haven, CT 06516, USA •

Bridgeport, CT, USA •

Terryville, Plymouth, CT, USA •

Hamden, CT, USA •

New Haven, CT, USA •

Durham, CT 06422, USA •

North Haven, CT 06473, USA •

Wolcott, CT 06716, USA

Posted Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 5:00 AM

We envision a world where every individual is valued for their inherent worth—regardless of ability or circumstance—and has equitable access and support to lead a life of their own design.

Make a difference every day. As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you’ll provide direct care and community-based support to individuals with developmental and physical disabilities
, helping them live safe, independent, and meaningful lives.

• Provide hands-on direct care and daily living support (ADLs)
• Support medical and healthcare needs
  , including appointments and follow-through
• Implement behavior support plans and habilitation programs
• Promote community integration, independence, and quality of life
• Support meals, special diets, and safety procedures
• Overnight roles complete hourly safety checks

• High School Diploma or GED
• 3–6 months related experience or Human Services training
• Valid CT Driver’s License
• Ability to obtain DDS Medication Certification
  , CPR & First Aid

• +$0.50/hr with DDS Medication Certification

✅ Ideal for candidates seeking meaningful work
, hands-on experience
, and a long‑term career in Human Services
.

We believe in taking care of our team—professionally, personally, and financially.

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Dedicated Sick Time
• 8 Paid Holidays
  , including:
  • New Year’s Day
  • Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
  • Memorial Day
  • Juneteenth
  • Independence Day
  • Labor Day
  • Thanksgiving
  • Christmas
• Paid and unpaid leave options for:
  • Bereavement
  • Jury Duty
  • Disaster Relief Volunteering
  • Family and non‑FMLA medical leave
  • Military leave

• Employer‑sponsored Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Access to an External Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support
• 401(k) with Profit Sharing
• Dayforce Wallet (on‑demand pay access)
• Perfect Attendance Bonus Program
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Access to voluntary insurance options
• Corporate and employee discount programs
• DSP Credentialing through NADSP
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Tuition discounts at local colleges and universities
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Staff Recognition Programs that celebrate your impact

Marrakech is an Equal Opportunity Employer
. The hiring and promotion of employees will be based upon qualifications without regard to race, color, sex, pregnancy, religion, age, marital status, national origin, ancestry, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, protected activity or any other basis prohibited by law.