Direct Support Professional Residential Floater

Warren, Washington & Albany ARC (WWAARC) a chapter of The Arc New York•Town of Bethlehem, NY

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Our residential programs located in Albany and Ravena, NY have a full-time, 40-hour Residential DSP Floater position available. The schedule for this position is days/ hours will vary depending on program needs. The rate of pay is $23.00 per hour + longevity. This is an hourly, non-exempt position, and the Residential Floater DSP must maintain driver insurability as well as AMAP/insulin/G-tube certification (if applicable). DSPs support and care for people with intellectual or other developmental disabilities. This can include but is not limited to assisting the people with getting ready for the day or going to bed, cooking, cleaning, medication assistance, and participating in social/recreational activities in the community – and just plain having fun while making a difference!

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older.
Must have a valid driver’s license.
Must maintain driver insurability.
Must maintain AMAP/insulin/G-tube certification (if applicable).

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred but not required.
No experience necessary.

Responsibilities

Support and care for people with intellectual or other developmental disabilities.
Assist individuals with daily living activities such as getting ready for the day or going to bed.
Perform cooking and cleaning duties.
Provide medication assistance.
Facilitate participation in social and recreational activities in the community.

Benefits

A positive work environment, focused on quality, professional growth, and development.
Extensive paid training.
A variety of employee discounts.
Generous paid time off & sick time.
Group health & dental insurance.
Life insurance.
403(b) retirement plans.
Tuition reimbursement.
Health Reimbursement Accounts (HRA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
$0.50/hour longevity increase after 1 year of service.