Direct Support Professional - Residential Apartment Program - Part Time - Mechanicsburg

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

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Arc of Cumberland and Perry Counties in Mechanicsburg, PA is seeking to hire a part time entry-level 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. This is an entry-level opportunity in human services where you can make a difference. Our Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) earn a competitive wage of $17.55/hour plus an additional $1/hour shift differential. The Arc of Cumberland and Perry Counties was formed in 1953 by parents advocating for people with disabilities who were denied basic rights and services. Today, our staff continues to advocate for people with disabilities; offer tools and training to help families; and ensure that individuals live, work, and play in their community. We have a team-oriented culture where we work together and treat each other like family, with an open-door policy and top compensation and benefits. As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you support people with disabilities to live their best lives as independently as possible. You assist with activities of daily living such as household maintenance, transportation, administration of medications, grocery shopping, meal preparation, personal care, and more. While supporting people with disabilities, you build strong relationships while learning their individual differences in ability, personality, interests, learning, motivation, likes, and dislikes. This helps you to provide the best care. In this position, you find the work of supporting people with disabilities to live amazing lives according to their own needs and desires extremely rewarding!

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.
Provide the best care based on individual needs and desires.