DSP Benhaven Residential: Guilford CRS
Listed on 2026-09-27
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Social Work
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Direct Support Professional/ Direct Care, Caregiver, Home Care, Community Health
Exciting News! Benhaven has a new CRS home in Guilford, Connecticut.
Benhaven is currently seeking dedicated and compassionate individuals to join our team as Direct Support Professionals in our Residential Services program. The Direct Support Professional will work with adults with developmental disabilities and autism in a residential setting to assist with daily living activities and provide support to help them live fulfilling lives.
DSP Residential:Full-Time (31 hours)
Saturday & Sunday 7am-6pm, Monday-Wednesday 3pm-6pm
DSP Residential:Part-Time (21 hours)
Friday 3pm-6pm, Saturday-Monday 3pm-9pm
DSP Residential:Part-Time (21 hours)
Thursday 3pm-6pm, Friday 3pm-9pm, Saturday & Sunday 7am-3pm
DSP Residential:Part-Time (15 hours)
Monday-Friday 6am-9am
Responsibilities:Provide direct care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities in a residential setting
- Assist individuals with activities of daily living, such as personal hygiene, meal preparation, and household chores
- Implement individualized support plans and goals under the direction of the Residential Services Coordinator
- Ensure the safety and well-being of individuals at all times
- Encourage individuals to participate in social, recreational, and community activities
- Document daily progress and any incidents or concerns in individual files
- Communicate effectively with individuals, families, and staff members
- Attend trainings and meetings as required
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Previous experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities and autism preferred
- Ability to pass a criminal & driver's background check
- Valid CT driver's license, current registration, and auto insurance
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- CPR & PMT certified preferred, but will provide training
- DDS Med Certified preferred, but will provide training
Incentives:
- Anthem Medical & Dental Insurance (after 60 days of FT employment)
- Dependent Spending Account
- Long-term Disability (employer paid)
- Term-Life Insurance (employer paid)
- Voluntary Life
- Accrued Time off:
Vacation, Sick & Personal Time (FT employees) - 8 Holidays
- Employee Incentives
- Employee Referral Program
- Educational Stipend
- Mutual of America 403b, 403 Roth, & 401a
Benhaven, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Benhaven will provide accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
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