2nd Shift, Every-Weekend Direct Support Professional (DSP)

2nd Shift, Every-Weekend Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Salary Range $19.85 - $19.85 Hourly

Description

Looking for a job where you can make a daily difference and impact people? One that has opportunities to grow?

Look no further; we at The Arc of the Quad Cities Area are looking for 2nd Shift, Every Weekend, Full-Time, Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to join our team!

At The Arc of the Quad Cities Area, we work with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to help them reach their full potential and lead lives full of happiness, inclusion, and independence.

If you are passionate about working with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, we would love to meet you and discuss this opportunity further.

What does a DSP do?

As a Direct Support Professional, you will care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. As outlined in the individual's service plan and implementation strategies, your responsibilities will include supervision, personal care training, active treatment, and, when necessary, medication administration. You will also ensure the safety and well-being of designated individuals at all times, ensure self-advocacy training for individuals, ensure informed choices are being offered, maintain documentation in compliance with agency and regulatory standards (e.g., individual data sheets, incident reports, etc.), provide input on individual progress and needs for programmatic purposes, and more.

What shifts do we have available?

Please note that each position has a set schedule. Those schedules cannot be changed. If hired, we provide hands-on, on-the-job training during 1st-shift hours.

• These schedules require working several days each week, including Saturdays and Sundays. Depending on the program's assigned schedule, their hours will vary between 2 PM and 11 PM, averaging at least 30 hours per week. We are happy to discuss the schedules with you after your first interview.

What benefits do we provide?

• Health Insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term disability insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• 401k Program
• Twelve Sessions Free of Charge through BetterHelp

What are the minimum job requirements for this position?

• Must have a current and valid driver's license with the appropriate car insurance
• Provide evidence of a high school diploma/transcripts
• Have the ability to pass both Iowa and Illinois background checks
• Demonstrate strength and flexibility to assist with lifting individuals or provide other individual-related care when needed.
• Maintain a positive, fun attitude to encourage the individuals we serve.

Why choose The Arc of the Quad Cities Area?

• Fun work environment with AMAZING individuals.
• Competitive Wages!
• Paid Time Off (PTO) - Vacation / Sick Time
• Paid on-the-job training
• 13 PAID holidays!
• A competitive medical insurance package

Please review the job description for a detailed overview of the position's requirements and duties. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of individuals with disabilities, and we look forward to meeting candidates who share our dedication and passion for this career.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.