Start a Career at MidState

“I extend my heartfelt thanks to all the people we support, their families, our amazing employees, and all our stakeholders. Without all of you working together, we would not be where we are today; one of the leaders in transformation in Connecticut and throughout our nation.”

Pam Fields, CEO

JOB FAIR

NOVEMBER 6TH

Your career starts here! In-person interviews are available from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM at 200 Research Parkway, Meriden CT. Appointments are preferred but walk-ins are always welcome! For walk-ins, please bring in your resume.

To schedule an interview, apply directly under our career page and write “Nov Job Fair” under “Were You Referred.”

For more info contact 203-237-9975.

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Join Our Growing Team

MidState Arc is always looking for talented staff members with a passion for the work we do. We invest in our employees by offering a comprehensive benefit package that includes:

  • Medical Insurance * Two Plans Offer Free Premiums 
  • TelemedicineDental coverage
  • 10 Paid Holidays
  • 401K Retirement Planning
  • CPR, PMT, & First-Aid Trainings
  • Vacation, Personal, & Sick Time
  • Aflac Life, Disability, Cancer, & Accident Plans

If interested, please fill out our simple form and submit your resume.

Please note that for all new hires the following requirments are as follows

Prior to hire we conduct background checks, and drug screening

Looking for more information or have questions?

Open Positions

We are creating IDD friendly communities where individuals feel supported and included, while enjoying a good quality of life. By partnering with local businesses, corporations, nonprofits, and other community organizations, we open the doors for each individual to engage in the ways they want to.

The MidState Arc team empowers each individual living with IDD to achieve their unique goals by forging connections through employment, volunteerism, participating in the community, and everything in between.

Please see below for open position listings.

Bristol

Shifts available

Residential Direct Service Professionals (Part Time to Full Time, Weekends and Weekdays)

Program Types: Residential Group Homes

Shift:  Part time to Full Time, Weekends and Weekdays

Openings:  

  • Friday: 3p-11p, Saturday: 9a-3p, Monday: 2p-10
  • Friday: 5p-10p, Saturday 3p-10pm, Sunday 5p-10p

Pre – Employment Requirements: Background Screening, CPR, First Aid, PMT, Clean Driving Record

Pay: starts at $17.25/hr

Position Overview:
Direct Service Professionals support Midstate Arc clients in both residential and day services. Support consists of guidance, personal care, engagement in activities and guidance in daily living. Will be required to provide a safe environment in which clients exercise self determination and choice in their daily lives.

  • Essential functions consist of the following:
    Provides supports to individuals by assisting in the development and implementation of all support plans, including spiritual life supports, assisting individuals in achieving their personal goals and desires, providing interaction and choices for activities that support a meaningful day, and supporting individuals to be independent in activities of daily living;
  • Behavior should be professional at all times and consistent with the MidState Arc, Inc. culture, mission, values, philosophy, and policies and procedures (as well as DDS policies and procedures) while empowering each individual to direct their own life choices;
  • Assist individuals in maintaining safe and healthy lifestyles, and monitor for changes in their general health, appearance, behavior, and patterns of activities;
  • Develops a relationship with the individuals served that is respectful and maintains professional boundaries;
  • Reports and documents routine and unusual events including completing daily activity sheets, accident reports, case notes etc. in a concise, understandable, and legible manner, and meets Agency, federal, and state regulatory requirements;
  • Responsible for monitoring and maintaining a clean, safe, and secure environment for individuals at all times, including but not limited to programs/residences and vehicles;
  • Plan and support individuals in daily activities, which may include, but are not limited to, household chores, personal care, socialization, recreational activities, learning activities, physical fitness activities and money management;

East Hampton

Various locations with shifts available

Residential Direct Service Professionals (Part Time to Full Time, Weekends and Weekdays)

Program Types: Residential Group Homes

Shift:  Part time to Full Time, Weekends and Weekdays

Openings:  

  • Sunday: 9a-11p, Monday-Tuesday: 1:30p-11am, Wednesday: 4p-11p

Pre – Employment Requirements: Background Screening, CPR, First Aid, PMT, Clean Driving Record

Pay: starts at $17.25/hr

Position Overview:
Direct Service Professionals support Midstate Arc clients in both residential and day services. Support consists of guidance, personal care, engagement in activities and guidance in daily living. Will be required to provide a safe environment in which clients exercise self determination and choice in their daily lives.

  • Essential functions consist of the following:
    Provides supports to individuals by assisting in the development and implementation of all support plans, including spiritual life supports, assisting individuals in achieving their personal goals and desires, providing interaction and choices for activities that support a meaningful day, and supporting individuals to be independent in activities of daily living;
  • Behavior should be professional at all times and consistent with the MidState Arc, Inc. culture, mission, values, philosophy, and policies and procedures (as well as DDS policies and procedures) while empowering each individual to direct their own life choices;
  • Assist individuals in maintaining safe and healthy lifestyles, and monitor for changes in their general health, appearance, behavior, and patterns of activities;
  • Develops a relationship with the individuals served that is respectful and maintains professional boundaries;
  • Reports and documents routine and unusual events including completing daily activity sheets, accident reports, case notes etc. in a concise, understandable, and legible manner, and meets Agency, federal, and state regulatory requirements;
  • Responsible for monitoring and maintaining a clean, safe, and secure environment for individuals at all times, including but not limited to programs/residences and vehicles;
  • Plan and support individuals in daily activities, which may include, but are not limited to, household chores, personal care, socialization, recreational activities, learning activities, physical fitness activities and money management;

Hamden

Various locations with shifts available

Residential Direct Service Professionals (Part Time to Full Time, Weekends and Weekdays)

Program Types: Residential Group Homes

Shift:  Part time to Full Time, Weekends and Weekdays

Openings:  

  • Saturday: 8a-2p, Sunday-Monday: 3p-11p
  • Friday – Saturday: 2p-10p, Sunday: 9a-3p
  • Tuesday – Saturday: 3p-11p

Pre – Employment Requirements: Background Screening, CPR, First Aid, PMT, Clean Driving Record

Pay: starts at $18.25/hr

Position Overview:
Direct Service Professionals support Midstate Arc clients in both residential and day services. Support consists of guidance, personal care, engagement in activities and guidance in daily living. Will be required to provide a safe environment in which clients exercise self determination and choice in their daily lives.

  • Essential functions consist of the following:
    Provides supports to individuals by assisting in the development and implementation of all support plans, including spiritual life supports, assisting individuals in achieving their personal goals and desires, providing interaction and choices for activities that support a meaningful day, and supporting individuals to be independent in activities of daily living;
  • Behavior should be professional at all times and consistent with the MidState Arc, Inc. culture, mission, values, philosophy, and policies and procedures (as well as DDS policies and procedures) while empowering each individual to direct their own life choices;
  • Assist individuals in maintaining safe and healthy lifestyles, and monitor for changes in their general health, appearance, behavior, and patterns of activities;
  • Develops a relationship with the individuals served that is respectful and maintains professional boundaries;
  • Reports and documents routine and unusual events including completing daily activity sheets, accident reports, case notes etc. in a concise, understandable, and legible manner, and meets Agency, federal, and state regulatory requirements;
  • Responsible for monitoring and maintaining a clean, safe, and secure environment for individuals at all times, including but not limited to programs/residences and vehicles;
  • Plan and support individuals in daily activities, which may include, but are not limited to, household chores, personal care, socialization, recreational activities, learning activities, physical fitness activities and money management;

Meriden

Various locations with shifts available 

Residential Direct Service Professionals (Part Time to Full Time, Weekends and Weekdays)

Program Types: Residential Group Homes

Shift:  Part time to Full Time, Weekends and Weekdays

Openings:  

  • Monday – Friday 7a-10a
  • Monday – Friday 4p-9p
  • Sunday: 9a-9p, Monday-Thursday: 4p-11p
  • Tuesday – Thursday : 2p-9p, Friday: 4p-11p, Saturday 11a-11p
  • Friday: 2p-9p, Saturday: 9a-5p, Sunday 3p-11p, Monday 2p-9p
  • Saturday: 5p-11p, Sunday: 4p-9p
  • Sunday: 10a-4pm, Monday: 2p-9p
  • Tuesday-Thursday 3p-7p

Pre – Employment Requirements: Background Screening, CPR, First Aid, PMT, Clean Driving Record

Pay: starts at $17.25/hr – $18.25/hr

Position Overview:
Direct Service Professionals support Midstate Arc clients in both residential and day services. Support consists of guidance, personal care, engagement in activities and guidance in daily living. Will be required to provide a safe environment in which clients exercise self determination and choice in their daily lives.

  • Essential functions consist of the following:
    Provides supports to individuals by assisting in the development and implementation of all support plans, including spiritual life supports, assisting individuals in achieving their personal goals and desires, providing interaction and choices for activities that support a meaningful day, and supporting individuals to be independent in activities of daily living;
  • Behavior should be professional at all times and consistent with the MidState Arc, Inc. culture, mission, values, philosophy, and policies and procedures (as well as DDS policies and procedures) while empowering each individual to direct their own life choices;
  • Assist individuals in maintaining safe and healthy lifestyles, and monitor for changes in their general health, appearance, behavior, and patterns of activities;
  • Develops a relationship with the individuals served that is respectful and maintains professional boundaries;
  • Reports and documents routine and unusual events including completing daily activity sheets, accident reports, case notes etc. in a concise, understandable, and legible manner, and meets Agency, federal, and state regulatory requirements;
  • Responsible for monitoring and maintaining a clean, safe, and secure environment for individuals at all times, including but not limited to programs/residences and vehicles;
  • Plan and support individuals in daily activities, which may include, but are not limited to, household chores, personal care, socialization, recreational activities, learning activities, physical fitness activities and money management;

Direct Support Professional (One to One)

Program Types: Residential Group Homes

Shift:  Part time to Full Time, Weekends and Week Days

Openings:  

  • Monday – Friday 10a-1:30p
  • Monday-Friday 5p-8p, Flexible Saturday 10a-2p
  • Tuesday & Friday: 3:30p-8:30p, Saturday: 10a-3p
  • Tuesday & Wednesday 9a-1:30p

Pre – Employment Requirements: Background Screening, CPR, First Aid, PMT, Clean Driving Record

Pay: starts at $20.00/hr

Requirements: Must be comfortable using personal vehicle to transport. Mileage reimbursed.

Position Overview:
Direct Service Professionals support Midstate Arc clients in both residential and day services. Support consists of guidance, personal care, engagement in activities and guidance in daily living. Will be required to provide a safe environment in which clients exercise self determination and choice in their daily lives.

  • Essential functions consist of the following:
    Provides supports to individuals by assisting in the development and implementation of all support plans, including spiritual life supports, assisting individuals in achieving their personal goals and desires, providing interaction and choices for activities that support a meaningful day, and supporting individuals to be independent in activities of daily living;
  • Behavior should be professional at all times and consistent with the MidState Arc, Inc. culture, mission, values, philosophy, and policies and procedures (as well as DDS policies and procedures) while empowering each individual to direct their own life choices;
  • Assist individuals in maintaining safe and healthy lifestyles, and monitor for changes in their general health, appearance, behavior, and patterns of activities;
  • Develops a relationship with the individuals served that is respectful and maintains professional boundaries;
  • Reports and documents routine and unusual events including completing daily activity sheets, accident reports, case notes etc. in a concise, understandable, and legible manner, and meets Agency, federal, and state regulatory requirements;
  • Responsible for monitoring and maintaining a clean, safe, and secure environment for individuals at all times, including but not limited to programs/residences and vehicles;
  • Plan and support individuals in daily activities, which may include, but are not limited to, household chores, personal care, socialization, recreational activities, learning activities, physical fitness activities and money management;

Orange

All positions are currently filled. However, if you would like to submit your resume for consideration when a position is available, please see below.

Direct Support Professional (One to One)

Program Types: Residential Group Homes

Shift:  Part time to Full Time, Weekends and Week Days

Openings:  All positions currently filled.

Pre – Employment Requirements: Background Screening, CPR, First Aid, PMT, Clean Driving Record

Pay: starts at $20.00/hr

Requirements: Must be comfortable using personal vehicle to transport. Mileage reimbursed.

Position Overview:
Direct Service Professionals support Midstate Arc clients in both residential and day services. Support consists of guidance, personal care, engagement in activities and guidance in daily living. Will be required to provide a safe environment in which clients exercise self determination and choice in their daily lives.

  • Essential functions consist of the following:
    Provides supports to individuals by assisting in the development and implementation of all support plans, including spiritual life supports, assisting individuals in achieving their personal goals and desires, providing interaction and choices for activities that support a meaningful day, and supporting individuals to be independent in activities of daily living;
  • Behavior should be professional at all times and consistent with the MidState Arc, Inc. culture, mission, values, philosophy, and policies and procedures (as well as DDS policies and procedures) while empowering each individual to direct their own life choices;
  • Assist individuals in maintaining safe and healthy lifestyles, and monitor for changes in their general health, appearance, behavior, and patterns of activities;
  • Develops a relationship with the individuals served that is respectful and maintains professional boundaries;
  • Reports and documents routine and unusual events including completing daily activity sheets, accident reports, case notes etc. in a concise, understandable, and legible manner, and meets Agency, federal, and state regulatory requirements;
  • Responsible for monitoring and maintaining a clean, safe, and secure environment for individuals at all times, including but not limited to programs/residences and vehicles;
  • Plan and support individuals in daily activities, which may include, but are not limited to, household chores, personal care, socialization, recreational activities, learning activities, physical fitness activities and money management;

Naugatuck

All positions are currently filled. However, if you would like to submit your resume for consideration when a position is available, please see below.

Residential Direct Service Professionals (Part Time to Full Time, Weekends and Weekdays)

Program Types: Residential Group Homes

Shift:  Part time to Full Time, Weekends and Weekdays

Openings:  All positions currently filled.

Pre – Employment Requirements: Background Screening, CPR, First Aid, PMT, Clean Driving Record

Pay: starts at $18.25/hr

Position Overview:
Direct Service Professionals support Midstate Arc clients in both residential and day services. Support consists of guidance, personal care, engagement in activities and guidance in daily living. Will be required to provide a safe environment in which clients exercise self determination and choice in their daily lives.

  • Essential functions consist of the following:
    Provides supports to individuals by assisting in the development and implementation of all support plans, including spiritual life supports, assisting individuals in achieving their personal goals and desires, providing interaction and choices for activities that support a meaningful day, and supporting individuals to be independent in activities of daily living;
  • Behavior should be professional at all times and consistent with the MidState Arc, Inc. culture, mission, values, philosophy, and policies and procedures (as well as DDS policies and procedures) while empowering each individual to direct their own life choices;
  • Assist individuals in maintaining safe and healthy lifestyles, and monitor for changes in their general health, appearance, behavior, and patterns of activities;
  • Develops a relationship with the individuals served that is respectful and maintains professional boundaries;
  • Reports and documents routine and unusual events including completing daily activity sheets, accident reports, case notes etc. in a concise, understandable, and legible manner, and meets Agency, federal, and state regulatory requirements;
  • Responsible for monitoring and maintaining a clean, safe, and secure environment for individuals at all times, including but not limited to programs/residences and vehicles;
  • Plan and support individuals in daily activities, which may include, but are not limited to, household chores, personal care, socialization, recreational activities, learning activities, physical fitness activities and money management;

Wallingford

Shifts available

Residential Direct Service Professionals (Part Time to Full Time, Weekends and Weekdays)

Program Types: Residential Group Homes

Shift:  Part time to Full Time, Weekends and Weekdays

Openings:  

  • Wednesday – Thursday 5p-11p, Friday 4p-11p, Saturday 3p-11p
  • Saturday: 9a-2p, Sunday: 9a-3p, Monday: 2p-10p, Friday: 2p-4p

Pre – Employment Requirements: Background Screening, CPR, First Aid, PMT, Clean Driving Record

Pay: starts at $17.25/hr

Position Overview:
Direct Service Professionals support Midstate Arc clients in both residential and day services. Support consists of guidance, personal care, engagement in activities and guidance in daily living. Will be required to provide a safe environment in which clients exercise self determination and choice in their daily lives.

  • Essential functions consist of the following:
    Provides supports to individuals by assisting in the development and implementation of all support plans, including spiritual life supports, assisting individuals in achieving their personal goals and desires, providing interaction and choices for activities that support a meaningful day, and supporting individuals to be independent in activities of daily living;
  • Behavior should be professional at all times and consistent with the MidState Arc, Inc. culture, mission, values, philosophy, and policies and procedures (as well as DDS policies and procedures) while empowering each individual to direct their own life choices;
  • Assist individuals in maintaining safe and healthy lifestyles, and monitor for changes in their general health, appearance, behavior, and patterns of activities;
  • Develops a relationship with the individuals served that is respectful and maintains professional boundaries;
  • Reports and documents routine and unusual events including completing daily activity sheets, accident reports, case notes etc. in a concise, understandable, and legible manner, and meets Agency, federal, and state regulatory requirements;
  • Responsible for monitoring and maintaining a clean, safe, and secure environment for individuals at all times, including but not limited to programs/residences and vehicles;
  • Plan and support individuals in daily activities, which may include, but are not limited to, household chores, personal care, socialization, recreational activities, learning activities, physical fitness activities and money management;

All DSP 1:1 positions are currently filled. However, if you would like to submit your resume for consideration when a position is available, please see below.

Direct Support Professional (One to One)

Program Types: Residential Group Homes

Shift:  Part time to Full Time, Weekends and Week Days

Openings:  All positions currently filled.

Pre – Employment Requirements: Background Screening, CPR, First Aid, PMT, Clean Driving Record

Pay: starts at $20.00/hr

Requirements: Must be comfortable using personal vehicle to transport. Mileage reimbursed.

Position Overview:
Direct Service Professionals support Midstate Arc clients in both residential and day services. Support consists of guidance, personal care, engagement in activities and guidance in daily living. Will be required to provide a safe environment in which clients exercise self determination and choice in their daily lives.

  • Essential functions consist of the following:
    Provides supports to individuals by assisting in the development and implementation of all support plans, including spiritual life supports, assisting individuals in achieving their personal goals and desires, providing interaction and choices for activities that support a meaningful day, and supporting individuals to be independent in activities of daily living;
  • Behavior should be professional at all times and consistent with the MidState Arc, Inc. culture, mission, values, philosophy, and policies and procedures (as well as DDS policies and procedures) while empowering each individual to direct their own life choices;
  • Assist individuals in maintaining safe and healthy lifestyles, and monitor for changes in their general health, appearance, behavior, and patterns of activities;
  • Develops a relationship with the individuals served that is respectful and maintains professional boundaries;
  • Reports and documents routine and unusual events including completing daily activity sheets, accident reports, case notes etc. in a concise, understandable, and legible manner, and meets Agency, federal, and state regulatory requirements;
  • Responsible for monitoring and maintaining a clean, safe, and secure environment for individuals at all times, including but not limited to programs/residences and vehicles;
  • Plan and support individuals in daily activities, which may include, but are not limited to, household chores, personal care, socialization, recreational activities, learning activities, physical fitness activities and money management;

Watertown

Various locations with shifts available

Residential Direct Service Professionals (Part Time to Full Time, Weekends and Weekdays)

Program Types: Residential Group Homes

Shift:  Part time to Full Time, Weekends and Weekdays

Openings:  

  • Monday – Friday: 7a-11a
  • Monday – Friday: 7a-10a
  • Monday – Friday: 3p-11p

Pre – Employment Requirements: Background Screening, CPR, First Aid, PMT, Clean Driving Record

Pay: starts at $17.25/hr

Position Overview:
Direct Service Professionals support Midstate Arc clients in both residential and day services. Support consists of guidance, personal care, engagement in activities and guidance in daily living. Will be required to provide a safe environment in which clients exercise self determination and choice in their daily lives.

  • Essential functions consist of the following:
    Provides supports to individuals by assisting in the development and implementation of all support plans, including spiritual life supports, assisting individuals in achieving their personal goals and desires, providing interaction and choices for activities that support a meaningful day, and supporting individuals to be independent in activities of daily living;
  • Behavior should be professional at all times and consistent with the MidState Arc, Inc. culture, mission, values, philosophy, and policies and procedures (as well as DDS policies and procedures) while empowering each individual to direct their own life choices;
  • Assist individuals in maintaining safe and healthy lifestyles, and monitor for changes in their general health, appearance, behavior, and patterns of activities;
  • Develops a relationship with the individuals served that is respectful and maintains professional boundaries;
  • Reports and documents routine and unusual events including completing daily activity sheets, accident reports, case notes etc. in a concise, understandable, and legible manner, and meets Agency, federal, and state regulatory requirements;
  • Responsible for monitoring and maintaining a clean, safe, and secure environment for individuals at all times, including but not limited to programs/residences and vehicles;
  • Plan and support individuals in daily activities, which may include, but are not limited to, household chores, personal care, socialization, recreational activities, learning activities, physical fitness activities and money management;

Do you have questions on any of our open positions? Please contact us!