Direct Support Professional

Arc of Greater Prince William • Dumfries, VA

42d • $17 • Onsite

About The Position

Are you looking for a fulfilling career? If so, being a Direct Support Professional (DSP) may be the position for you! As a DSP you will use your caregiving and people skills to support individuals living with developmental disabilities to achieve their goals. You can get paid to take someone to the park while making a difference in their life! Apply now and take the first step toward a fulfilling career: https://arcgpw.org/careers/ [https://arcgpw.org/careers/] Hourly rate starting at $17.00 per hour. Part-Time Schedule 16 hrs/wk: Sunday-Monday 2pm-10pm at group home located in Dumfries, VA 22026. Why The Arc of Greater Prince William/INSIGHT, Inc? Competitive Insurance Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Life (Full-Time Staff) Generous Paid Time Off (Full-Time Staff) Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday (Full-Time Staff) Employee Assistance Program Including Free Legal Resources 403b Retirement Plan with Employer Contribution Incredible Career Growth Opportunities Paid Trainings Making a Difference in the Lives of Others Each Day!

Requirements

• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities and/or mental health challenges, or transferrable skills that relate to serving this population (such as experience in education, caregiving, health care, other human services or customer service);
• Ability to pass criminal background check
• Ability to pass required trainings
• A Valid driver’s license, minimum three-year acceptable driving record and reliable transportation;
• A High school diploma or GED;
• Flexibility, positive attitude

Responsibilities

• Support individuals living with developmental disabilities to achieve their goals.
• Take someone to the park

Benefits

• Competitive Insurance Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Life (Full-Time Staff)
• Generous Paid Time Off (Full-Time Staff)
• Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday (Full-Time Staff)
• Employee Assistance Program Including Free Legal Resources
• 403b Retirement Plan with Employer Contribution
• Incredible Career Growth Opportunities
• Paid Trainings
• Making a Difference in the Lives of Others Each Day!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED