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Chapel Haven Schleifer Center Inc
New Haven, CT, US
Summary
The Direct Support Professional will teach daily living skills such as cooking and hygiene while providing personal care and social support to adults with disabilities. They are also responsible for medication administration, completing case notes, and providing transportation for residents.
Job Description
Dynamic Diversity – Caring Collaboration – Individual Integrity – Community Connection
Direct Support Professional
Part-Time
New Haven, CT, US
Requisition ID: 1789
Salary Range: $21.60 Hourly
IMPORTANT REQUIREMENT
DDS Med Certified staff required for this position. Candidates must already be DDS Medication Certified or eligible to maintain certification.
Schedule
Part-Time:14 hours per week. Every Saturday & Sunday, 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
About the Role
Chapel Haven Schleifer Center is seeking a compassionate Direct Support Professional to support adults with disabilities in developing daily living, social, and independence skills within our residential program.
DSPs play a key role in teaching life skills, supporting personal care routines, and helping individuals build confidence and independence in a structured, supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Teach daily living skills including cooking, nutrition, hygiene, and home maintenance
- Support residents with cleaning, laundry, and organization skills
- Promote positive social skills and relationship building
- Complete documentation and case notes as required
- Administer medication (DDS Med Certification required)
- Provide transportation when needed (valid CT driver’s license required)
What We’re Looking For
- DDS Med Certified (required)
- Experience working with individuals with developmental or learning disabilities preferred
- Ability to obtain CT Public Service License
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Reliable, patient, and supportive approach
Why Join Chapel Haven
- Competitive pay at $21.60/hour
- Meaningful, mission-driven work
- Supportive and collaborative team culture
- Opportunities for growth and long-term career development
- Flexible part-time schedule
Part-Time:14 hours per week. Every Saturday & Sunday, 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Founded in 1972, Chapel Haven Schleifer Center (CHSC) has been changing lives for adults with disabilities for a half-century. Our award-winning non-profit based in the Westville section of New Haven, Conn. teaches adults with developmental and social disabilities to live independent and productive lives through a nationally accredited transitional living program and approved private special education school. Chapel Haven’s mission is to empower adults to live independent and self-determined lives. Our program is truly lifelong.
Chapel Haven serves more than 250 adults (18 years of age and older) in the residence and the community with two distinct programs; REACH and Asperger's Syndrome Adult Transition (ASAT) programs. Among the profiles of adults served at CHSC are autism, intellectual disabilities, Down Syndrome, high-functioning autism/Asperger Syndrome and more. Through an intensive, state-approved education curriculum, adults are guided through all aspects of independent living and prepared for a future in which they can live robust and independent adult lives.
For more information: [email protected]
Founded
1972
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Education
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
New Haven, Connecticut
Founded in 1972, Chapel Haven Schleifer Center (CHSC) has been changing lives for adults with disabilities for a half-century. Our award-winning non-profit based in the Westville section of New Haven, Conn. teaches adults with developmental and social disabilities to live independent and productive lives through a nationally accredited transitional living program and approved private special education school. Chapel Haven’s mission is to empower adults to live independent and self-determined lives. Our program is truly lifelong.
Chapel Haven serves more than 250 adults (18 years of age and older) in the residence and the community with two distinct programs; REACH and Asperger's Syndrome Adult Transition (ASAT) programs. Among the profiles of adults served at CHSC are autism, intellectual disabilities, Down Syndrome, high-functioning autism/Asperger Syndrome and more. Through an intensive, state-approved education curriculum, adults are guided through all aspects of independent living and prepared for a future in which they can live robust and independent adult lives.
For more information: [email protected]
Founded
1972
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Education
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
New Haven, Connecticut