Direct Support Professional

Our Direct Support Professionals provide daily support to individuals with developmental disabilities within the home setting. Working with a team, DSPs assist with daily living skills, personalized goals, arts and crafts, games, sensory activities, and accompany on outings in the community. Starting pay is $19.25 an hour for part time and full time positions. Shift Differentials: Weekends: $2/hour Overnights: $3/hour Evenings: $.50/hour Responsibilities Provides daily care to the people we support with developmental, intellectual and/or physical disabilities. Assists and encourages the people we support to care for immediate personal needs. Assists with planning daily activities and participates in the activities in small groups. Documents all program data accurately and timely. Provide transportation as needed with agency vehicles. Use various software platforms for specific job functions. All full time DSPs in the residential program will be required to obtain and maintain medication certification. Meal preparation. Qualifications A valid NYS driver's license with an acceptable driving record, per agency policy, and reliable transportation to and from work is required. Excellent communication skills. The physical ability to transfer and lift people with mobility restraints. The drive to help others with personal goals and work in a team environment. The ability to efficiently use a computer. Benefits Vacation time begins accruing immediately and is available to use after three months of employment. Sick time begins accruing immediately and is available to use immediately. Paid holidays (8 holidays). 401(k) with agency match up to 5% College Tuition Assistance. Affordable medical insurance with agency funded Health Reimbursement Account. Our strong training program will provide the skills needed to work with people with disabilities. All training is paid. Arc GLOW provides opportunities to grow and advance in a meaningful and rewarding career. #J-18808-Ljbffr