Direct Support Professional - 3rd Shift - Culvert Rd

Job DetailsLevel

• EntryJob
• Location:
• CULVERT
• STREET
• GROUP
• HOME -
• Torrington,
• CT 06790Position
• Type:
• Full
• TimeSalary
• Range: $19.20
• HourlyTravel
• Percentage:
• NoneJob
• Shift: 3rd ShiftAwake Overnight Direct
• Support
• Professional (DSP)
• Make a
• Difference
• While the
• World
• Sleeps
• Pay: $19.20/hour
• Shifts: Awake Overnight Be the Calm, Caring Presence That Matters Most Are you someone who naturally creates a sense of safety and calm? Do you stay grounded, attentive, and compassionate—especially when others need reassurance the most? At LARC, our Awake Overnight Direct Support Professionals play a critical role in ensuring the safety, dignity, and comfort of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities throughout the night. This is meaningful, trusted work that truly matters. This is an awake overnight position. You are expected to remain alert and attentive for the entire shift.
• Important
• Note: This position serves female individuals. In accordance with state and federal regulations, female gender is a bona fide occupational qualification (BFOQ) for this role due to personal care and privacy needs. What You’ll Do Overnight Support & Monitoring Remain awake, alert, and attentive throughout the entire overnight shift Monitor individuals while they sleep to ensure health, safety, and comfort Respond to nighttime needs such as toileting, repositioning, mobility support, or emotional reassurance Complete required visual checks and documentation (T-Logs, GERs, safety notes) Maintain a calm, clean, and safe household environment overnight Morning Routine Support Assist individuals with morning routines including hygiene, dressing, toileting, mobility, and breakfast preparation Encourage independence while providing hands-on support as needed Support smooth transitions into daytime schedules and programs Health, Safety & Compliance Administer medications as required (training provided) Respond appropriately to medical or safety concerns and follow all emergency procedures Uphold individual rights, dignity, and confidentiality at all times Safely operate agency or personal vehicles as needed
• Why
• You’ll
• Love
• Working at
• LARC
• Outstanding
• Benefits: Health insurance with NO deductible on most services 3 weeks’ vacation in your first year 12 paid holidays
• Additional earned leave and benefits
• Paid
• Training &
• Certifications: CPR,
• First
• Aid,
• Medication
• Administration,
• PMT, and more
• Supportive
• Culture: A compassionate, mission-driven team that values dignity, inclusion, and respect This role is ideal for CNAs, PCAs, overnight caregivers, healthcare workers, or anyone seeking meaningful overnight work in human services.QualificationsWhat You’ll Bring A compassionate, steady presence and genuine desire to support others High school diploma or GED At least 21 years of age with a valid CT driver’s license and clean driving record Willingness to complete background checks, physical exam, and drug screening Ability to complete required state-mandated and agency training Basic computer skills for documentation and communication Experience supporting individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities is preferred but not required — we will train the right person. Physical Requirements & Work Environment This is an active, hands-on role.
• You must be able to: Stay alert and responsive throughout the overnight shift Walk, stand, bend, kneel, squat, and climb stairs as needed Assist with lifting, transferring, or supporting individuals (up to 50 lbs or ¼ of body weight) Safely operate vehicles and mobility equipment Communicate clearly and complete written and electronic documentation You’ll work in residential and community settings, indoors and occasionally outdoors. Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.