Direct Support Professional (DSP) Per Diem (7-3 or 3-11 shifts)
Job Description
Direct Support Professional (DSP)
Schedule: Flexible (1st, 2nd, and/or weekend shifts based on program needs)
Location: Guilford, CT (with travel to Branford & Clinton)
Type: Per Diem / As-Needed Coverage
Arbor Associates is seeking dependable and experienced Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to support individuals in a residential program in Guilford, with additional coverage opportunities in Branford and Clinton. This role requires someone who is comfortable working in a behavioral setting and providing full, hands-on support. If you’re steady, adaptable, and not afraid to jump in where needed, this is a strong fit.
What You’ll Do:
- Provide direct care and supervision in a residential setting
- Support individuals with total care needs, including ADLs
- Implement behavior support plans and utilize de-escalation techniques
- Maintain a safe, structured, and respectful environment
- Assist with transportation and community-based activities as needed
- Accurately document shift activity and communicate with team members
- Over 40 Years of Experience – With decades of experience, we know how to support our staff and help them succeed.
- Transparent Communication – We pride ourselves on prompt and clear communication, so you’re never left in the dark.
- Performance Reviews – We provide regular feedback and performance reviews to help you grow.
- Competitive Pay – Our rates are competitive.
- Variety of Assignments – We have a wide range of clients, offering you diverse assignments to choose from.
- 24/7 Availability – Our team is on call around the clock to support you.
- 4-Hour Cancellation Policy – If a shift is canceled late, we offer 4 hours of pay for your time.
- Career Pathing – For reliable, dedicated individuals, we offer opportunities for further training and certifications, opening doors to higher-paying positions.
- Benefits – We offer benefits to our full-time employees, ensuring you’re well taken care of.
- Tailored Training – We ensure our field partners are appropriately trained for the programs they support.
- Flexible Schedules – We understand life is dynamic, and we’re here to support your needs.
- Supportive, Respectful Culture – At Arbor, we’re more than just coworkers; we’re like family.
- Dedicated Support – You’ll have a dedicated point of contact at every stage of working with us.
Job Requirements
What We’re Looking For:
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation (required)
- Comfortable supporting individuals with behavioral challenges and total care needs
- Willingness to cross-train and travel between Guilford, Branford, and Clinton
- Experience in human services or residential care preferred
- Strong communication, reliability, and adaptability
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).
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Meet Your Recruiter
Dan Dunaisky
Regional Manager
Dan Dunaisky joined Arbor in 2022 as a Regional Manager. With 25 years of experience in the staffing industry, he enjoys providing leadership and guidance to his team in delivering against Arbor’s high standards for customer service. His interest in human services began with a role at an elderly outreach program, which led to a career building and managing several staffing businesses, as well as becoming a top contributor in recruiting and business development. Dan approaches work (and life) with a strong sense of integrity, a sincere passion for helping others, and the goal to build collaborative partnerships with everyone he works with. He takes pride in being part of the bigger picture and is very involved with his family, especially his 4 children and their various activities.