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Vocational Direct Support Professional

$16.26 per hour

The Arc of Cumberland and Perry Counties

Job Description

Job Description

The Arc of Cumberland and Perry Counties in Mechanicsburg, PA is seeking to hire a f ull-time Vocational Direct Support Professional to provide vocational training, instruction, and supervision in the development and implementation of the Individuals Written Program for the individuals assigned to this program who work out of the Center for Industrial Training (CIT) facility.

CIT is a community-based program whose primary mission is to serve the needs of individuals with vocational challenges. CIT provides training and employment opportunities to individuals with disabilities and other vocational challenges in the tri-county area. Would you like to support individuals with disabilities to lead self-directed, meaningful lives? Do you thrive as part of a dedicated and motivated team? Are you considering a human services career where you can really make a difference ? If so, keep reading about this position!

Our Vocational Direct Support Professional earn a competitive wage of $16.26/hour. You would also be eligible for our generous benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance for full-time staff at NO COST for the employee-only coverage . Our passionate team members also enjoy 3 weeks of paid vacation during the first year of employment, life insurance, long-term disability, a retirement plan, and other voluntary benefits . DSP's are essential so employees at CPARC have the benefit of job security. If this sounds like the entry-level opportunity in human services that you've been looking for, apply today!

ABOUT THE ARC OF CUMBERLAND AND PERRY COUNTIES

The lack of services for people with disabilities led a group of parents to band together in 1953 to form The Arc of Cumberland and Perry Counties (CPARC). For decades, children and adults with disabilities were systematically denied educational opportunities, vocational training jobs, housing, and almost every other right and service that people without disabilities took for granted. Today, our staff continues to advocate for people with disabilities; offer tools and training to help families; and ensure that individuals live, work, and play in their community.

We would not be able to achieve our mission to empower, inspire, and educate people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, their families, and the community without our staff. Here at CPARC, we have a team-oriented culture where we work together and treat each other like family. Because we value the input of each employee, we have an open-door policy. We also offer top compensation and benefits .

QUALIFICATIONS

  • At least 18 years of age.
  • High school diploma/GED requires. Bachelor's degree preferred.
  • One year work experience in vocational rehabilitation or related field preferred.
  • Must possess physical stamina including the ability to lift and carry minimum of 45 pounds and stand for up to seven (7) hours.

Are you punctual and reliable? Can you keep track of multiple tasks and prioritize effectively? Do you have good interpersonal and communication skills? Are you flexible and patient? Are you respectful, discreet with confidential information, and honest? Do you enjoy helping people? If so, you may be perfect for this human services position!

WORK SCHEDULE

Monday-Friday 7:30am to 3:30pm (40 hours) or Monday-Friday 7:30am to 2:30pm (35 hours). No weekends, or holidays.

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

If you feel that you are the right fit for this entry-level position in human services, complete our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application . We look forward to hearing from you!

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