Seasonal Employment Opportunities
The Department of Developmental Services offers seasonal employment opportunities at various locations throughout the State of Connecticut. The majority of these positions are located at Camp Harkness in Waterford, Camp Quinebaug in Killingly, Southbury Training School, or at Respite Centers or Community Living Arrangements throughout the State. Positions are filled for a period not to exceed six months. The department recruits for positions that include Nurse, Developmental Services Worker, Summer Worker, and Lifeguard.
Seasonal employees are paid at an hourly rate which depends on the duties performed and their prior experience. The majority of seasonal employees are hired for the period between May and September. Limited numbers of positions are available during other periods of the year.
Seasonal positions:
- Summer Positions at DDS South Region – Camp Harkness
- Summer Positions at DDS South Region – Respite Centers and CLA’s
- Summer Positions at DDS North Region – Camp Quinebaug
- Summer Positions at DDS North Region – Respite Centers
- Summer Positions at DDS West Region
Interested and qualified candidates who meet the above requirements should submit a fully completed Application for Examination or Employment (CT-HR-12) located at www.das.state.ct.us/exam including the Position Title and Position Number. If interested in more than one position, please include a separate page listing each Position Title and Position Number. Applications should be submitted by mail or fax. All application materials must be received by 11:59 p.m. on May 14.
AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.