Residential Wyoming County- DSP/AMAP-FT, PD, PT-GLOW
About The Position
Arc GLOW is seeking Direct Support Professionals to provide daily support to people with developmental, intellectual, and/or physical disabilities in a residential home setting. Working as part of a team, DSPs support individuals with personal care and daily living skills, personalized goals, and planned activities, including arts and crafts, games, sensory activities, and community outings. The role also includes meal preparation, timely and accurate program documentation, transportation as needed using agency vehicles, and use of software platforms for job functions. Full-time residential DSPs must obtain and maintain medication certification. Full-time and part-time opportunities are available. Schedules may include evenings, overnights, and weekends. Starting pay is $19.25 per hour, with differentials of $2 per hour for weekends, $3 per hour for overnights, and $0.50 per hour for evenings. Arc GLOW provides paid training and opportunities for career growth and advancement.
Requirements
- Valid New York State driver's license with an acceptable driving record under agency policy.
- Reliable transportation to and from work.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Physical ability to transfer and lift people with mobility restraints.
- Motivation to help others work toward personal goals and to work in a team environment.
- Ability to use a computer efficiently.
Responsibilities
- Provide daily care and support to people with developmental, intellectual, and/or physical disabilities in a residential setting.
- Assist and encourage individuals to meet immediate personal care needs and daily living goals.
- Help plan daily activities and participate in activities with individuals in small groups.
- Support personalized goals and activities such as arts and crafts, games, sensory activities, and community outings.
- Document program data accurately and in a timely manner.
- Provide transportation as needed using agency vehicles.
- Use software platforms for specific job functions.
- Prepare meals.
- Obtain and maintain medication certification if working as a full-time DSP in the residential program.
Benefits
- Company-paid life insurance.
- 401(k) with agency match up to 5%.
- Vacation time begins accruing immediately and is available to use after three months of employment.
- Sick time begins accruing immediately and is available to use immediately.
- Eight paid holidays.
- College tuition assistance.
- Affordable medical insurance with an agency-funded Health Reimbursement Account.
- Paid training.
- Continuing education support.
- Career growth and advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
