Direct Support Professional

The Arc Wayne • Newark, NY • 3w ago

Newark, NY, USA | Residential Services | Hourly | 16.94-23.50 per hour | FT/PT/Sub/Relief

Now Hiring - Direct Support Professional

"The best thing about this job is the rewarding feeling I get in knowing that what I do every day helps make a difference in someone else's day. " - Resident Team Member

The Arc Wayne of Newark, NY, a Human Services Agency, is hiring immediately entry-level full-time, part-time, and per diem/relief Residential Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to support adults with developmental disabilities in obtaining life goals. The role of the DSP is to teach, encourage, inspire, mentor, influence, instruct, nurture, and praise the individuals that you support. As a Residential Direct Support Professional (DSP) you will earn competitive pay of $17.44 per hour for scheduled positions or $22.64 per hour (only in select scheduled positions) or $16.94 per hour for non-drivers.

A Day in the Life of a Residential Direct Support Professional ( DSP ):

As a Direct Support Professional fo our Residential Services Program, you will support individuals with daily living skills including housekeeping, cooking, hygiene, and self-administration of medications. You will b uild relationships with people with disabilities and learn their individual differences in ability, personality, interests, learning, motivation, and likes and dislikes. You will w ork closely with Resident Team Members to learn each Individual's Life Plan and provide positive behavior support and role modeling to the people we support. You will collaborate with each individual support to create growth on personal goals while prioritizing health and safety. You will schedule, transport and record medical appointments as well as other community activities. You will also administer and chart medications accurately.

It is rewarding to see your work as a DSP pay off when the people you support achieve their goals.

The Arc Wayne Benefits:

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Match

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Paid Holidays

Life Insurance

Long-term Disability Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

On-the-job paid training provided to learn all the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to be successful in the DSP role.

Residential Direct Support Professionals Qualifications:

No previous experience required

All Residential Direct Support Professionals must be 18 years of age

Valid NYS driver's license preferred

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Ability to physically assist individuals who use wheelchairs and/or walkers

Ability to foster teamwork

Basic computer literacy including use of email, internet and web-based programs

We are hiring immediately for entry-level candidates with any background. Experience as caregivers, human services, direct care workers, childcare, Home Health Aide or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is a plus! DSP Overnight, Evening, and Daytime shifts available. Paid training and no previous experience required! Start a rewarding career today and make a difference in someones life everyday.

Apply now to join our amazing Direct Support Professional ( DSP ) team!

ABOUT US: The Arc Wayne, a parent-based organization, advocates for and supports persons of all ages with or without disabilities. We assist individuals in taking them full, independent, productive place in society through an array of quality, individualized services. With compassion, understanding, and support, we connect individuals and families to a world of possibilities that promote independence. We are person-centered, respectful, reliable, inclusive, and dedicated to our community!

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