Awake Overnight Direct Support Professional – Full Time – Mechanicsburg

The Arc of Cumberland and Perry Counties • Hampden Township, PA

13d • Onsite

About The Position

The Arc of Cumberland and Perry Counties in Mechanicsburg and New Cumberland, 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 services for people with disabilities. Today, the organization continues to advocate for people with disabilities, offer tools and training to families, and ensure individuals live, work, and play in their community. The organization has a team-oriented culture with an open-door policy and values employee input, offering competitive compensation and benefits.

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age
• Valid driver's license and 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, personal care, and more.
• Build strong relationships while learning individual differences in ability, personality, interests, learning, motivation, likes, and dislikes to provide the best care.
• Support people with disabilities to live amazing lives according to their own needs and desires.

Benefits

• $500 Sign-On Bonus
• Competitive wage of $17.55/hour plus an additional $1/hour shift differential
• Health, dental, and vision insurance for full-time staff at NO COST for the employee-only coverage
• 3 weeks of paid vacation during the first year of employment
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Retirement plan
• Other voluntary benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed