Awake Overnight Program Advisor/Direct Support Professional – Full Time – Mechanicsburg
About The Position
The Arc of Cumberland and Perry Counties in Mechanicsburg, PA is seeking to hire a full time entry-level awake overnight Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide direct care for the individuals we serve with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This role supports individuals with disabilities to lead self-directed, meaningful lives as part of a dedicated and motivated team. The Arc of Cumberland and Perry Counties was founded in 1953 by parents advocating for people with disabilities who were denied basic rights and services. Today, the organization continues to advocate, offer tools and training, and ensure individuals live, work, and play in their community. They foster a team-oriented culture with an open-door policy, valuing employee input and offering competitive compensation and benefits.
Requirements
- At least 18 years of age
- Valid driver's license
- Access to a vehicle during working hours
- Punctual and reliable
- Ability to keep track of multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Flexible and patient
- Respectful, discreet with confidential information, and honest
- Enjoy helping people
Responsibilities
- Support people with disabilities to live their best lives as independently as possible.
- Assist with activities of daily living such as household maintenance, transportation, administration of medications, grocery shopping, meal preparation, and personal care.
- Build strong relationships with individuals served, learning their individual differences in ability, personality, interests, learning, motivation, likes, and dislikes to provide the best care.
- Provide direct care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Benefits
- Competitive wage of $17.12/hour
- $1/hour shift differential
- Health insurance for full-time staff at NO COST for employee-only coverage
- Dental insurance for full-time staff at NO COST for employee-only coverage
- Vision insurance for full-time staff at NO COST for employee-only coverage
- 3 weeks of paid vacation during the first year of employment
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability
- Retirement plan
- Other voluntary benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
