Part Time Direct Support Professional DSP

Part Time Direct Support Professional DSP

The Arc of Northeastern Pennsylvania is looking for a caring, personable, and dependable Direct Support Professional DSP to work in our Adult Day and/or Residential Program.

Working at The Arc of NEPA can be summed up with one word: Rewarding! Our vision is that people with intellectual and developmental disabilities are entitled to live full, self-determined and respected lives. The smiles of the individuals you will work with will make it almost impossible for you to have a bad day. Our employees love helping individuals reach their goals, become more independent, and experience fun and meaningful memories out in their community. What's more, The Arc of NEPA provides excellent growth opportunities for our employees as you'll have the opportunity to work alongside with some of the most compassionate and tenured staff. This growth even includes growing your paycheck as we provide competitive rates and an outstanding benefits package.

Working in the Adult Day Program or Community Living Arrangement (CLA) will give you the opportunity to do lots of different things. Primarily, you'll be responsible for assisting consumers in becoming fully included in the community, enhancing their self-image and skills development, and maximizing their independence in life. If you have a question or need some help, you'll be surrounded by helpful, friendly coworkers who are ready to jump in and assist. Our open-door policy ensures that you can get access to the person who has the information or knowledge that you need to get the job done for the individuals we serve and support.

To be qualified for this job, you've got to have a positive and caring attitude. Experience in the field is a great start, though not required as we will train you. Candidates must be reliable and should be able to demonstrate a pattern of successful time and attendance. In addition, candidates must have a valid state-issued driver's license, a High School Diploma or equivalent, an ability to work in a drug-free workplace setting, along with the successful completion of required background screenings, and have reached the minimum age of 18.

Our Adult Day Program operates Monday through Friday on a first shift. The CLA's are staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year-so we can generally work around many different schedules or shift preferences. Full-time, Part-time and substitute shifts are available, all in or within a 15-mile radius of Scranton, PA.