Flexible, part-time hours — perfect for students, caregivers, retirees, or anyone building a side income ️ One-on-one support — work directly with an individual in their home, not a crowded facility ️ Competitive hourly pay ️ Paid training & certification provided ️ Supportive, close-knit agency — you're never just a number here ️ Room to grow — many DSPs move into higher-paying, specialized roles as the agency expands. The Center of Love and Hope is a DDS-approved provider agency dedicated to empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live with dignity, independence, and joy.

Direct Support Professional (DSP) — Part-Time, 15 Hrs/Week

Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday 3pm-8pm
The Center of Love and Hope | Fairfield County, CTIndividualized Home Services (IHS)



Make a Real Difference — On a Schedule That Works for You


Looking for meaningful work without the full-time grind? Join our team as a part-time Direct Support Professional and help an individual in our community live a fuller, more independent life — just 15 hours a week.


This isn't just a job. It's a chance to build a genuine relationship, support real growth, and see the impact of your work every single shift.


This is an in-home position — you'll work one-on-one, directly in the individual's home, providing personalized support in a comfortable, familiar setting.



Why You'll Love This Role


️ Flexible, part-time hours — perfect for students, caregivers, retirees, or anyone building a side income ️ One-on-one support — work directly with an individual in their home, not a crowded facility ️ Competitive hourly pay ️ Paid training & certification provided ️ Supportive, close-knit agency — you're never just a number here ️ Room to grow — many DSPs move into higher-paying, specialized roles as the agency expands



What You'll Do

• Provide compassionate, respectful support with daily living activities
• Assist with community engagement, appointments, and personal goals
• Help implement individualized support plans
• Build trust and consistency through reliable, caring presence

What We're Looking For

• A patient, dependable, and caring individual
• Reliable transportation
• Ability to pass a background check (FACIS/OIG screening)
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous caregiving or DSP experience a plus — but not required. We'll train the right person.

About Us


The Center of Love and Hope is a DDS-approved provider agency dedicated to empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live with dignity, independence, and joy. When you join us, you're not just filling a shift — you're becoming part of someone's support system and someone's story.