Make a Difference Every Day – Join Our Team as a Day Program Specialist / Direct Support Professional!
Location: North Haven, CT
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday | 7:45 AM – 3:45 PM
Position Type: Day Program Specialists / Direct Support Professional
Are you looking for a meaningful career where your work truly matters? Join our dedicated team supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in a caring and supportive day program setting.
As a Day Program Specialist / Direct Support Professional (DSP), you'll play a vital role in empowering participants to reach their fullest potential-socially, physically, and emotionally-while ensuring their safety, dignity, and independence are always prioritized.
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Provide hands-on support with daily living activities, including hygiene, meals, and mobility
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Implement individualized program plans and engage participants in enriching activities
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Foster a positive, respectful, and inclusive environment
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Support community outings and meaningful social experiences
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Maintain accurate documentation using agency systems
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Assist with safe transportation of participants using agency vehicles
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Respond calmly and effectively to behavioral or emergency situations
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High school diploma or GED
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Valid Connecticut driver's license with a clean driving record
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Ability to obtain CPR, First Aid, AED, (Medication Administration certifications if required)
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Strong communication and teamwork skills
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Comfort using computers and basic software
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A compassionate, patient, and reliable approach to care
This is an active, hands-on role that includes:
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Assisting with lifting, transferring, personal care/hygiene and mobility support
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Frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching
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Working in environments with varying noise levels and conditions
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Attend community outings and events with individuals
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driving agency vehicles
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Following safety, sanitation, and infection control protocols
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Consistent weekday schedule – no nights or weekends
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Rewarding work that makes a real impact
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Supportive team environment
If you're compassionate, dependable, and ready to support others in living meaningful lives, we encourage you to apply today!
Apply now and start a career that truly matters.
ARC is an EEOC employer. Employment is at-will, in accordance with organizational policy.
