Community Living: Direct Support Professional - Weekend Live-In

Arc of Anchorage.; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring Bonus

Job summary

The Arc of Anchorage is hiring a Direct Support Professional for a weekend live-in role in Anchorage, AK. The position is part-time and located in a residential home operated by The Arc, with a Friday 4:00 PM to Sunday 4:00 PM shift.

Responsibilities include supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in daily living, documenting progress, and coordinating with the supervisor and team.

Qualifications

• Be able to work effectively with individuals who have intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Strong communication, listening, and judgment skills.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and overnights.

Responsibilities

• Assist and support individuals in activities of daily living and skill development.
• Transport and accompany to appointments and activities.
• Document progress and follow the service plan and agency policies.
• Meet deadlines for incident reporting and service documentation.

Skills

Communication skills

Flexible hours

Team collaboration

Observation skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Community Living: Direct Support Professional - Weekend Live-In

Part-Time Regular Anchorage, AK, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1359

Salary Range: $19.00 To $19.00 Hourly

Hiring Bonus!!!

Please note that applicants must be located in Alaska to be eligible for an interview for this position.

This is a live-in position located in a residential home operated by The Arc, the shift is Friday 4:00 PM to Sunday 4:00 PM.

Opportunity:

Our organization strongly believes that every individual deserves the opportunity to achieve their fullest potential.

The Direct Support Professional provides support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to assist them in pursuing goals related to community activities, social interactions, essential life skills, and personal hygiene tasks.

This position may work independently but maintains close contact with the assigned supervisor and the team.

Essential Job Functions:

• Assists, teaches, coaches, supports, and monitors the individual in activities of daily living and skill development
• Transports and accompanies the individual to medical and other appointments
• Accurately completes note entry and other documentation of the individual's programs and progress while participating in the development and implementation of the individual's service plan
• Follows all policies, procedures, and guidelines of the program and the agency
• Meets all applicable deadlines concerning incident reporting, documenting service delivery

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Be able to work effectively for and with individuals who have intellectual and behavioral disabilities
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions, g ood communication skills, judgment and a willingness to listen
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, overnights, and holidays

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED
• One-year experience working with people who experience developmental disabilities strongly preferred

Clearances:

• Background checks as defined by licensing agencies
• Current TB test/clearance, valid driver'slicense, and proof of auto insurance may be required

Physical Requirements:

• Lifting ten to twenty-five pounds
• Ability to see within normal parameters
• Ability to hear within the normal range
• Adaptability to a fast-paced environment

Equipment Use:

• Vehicle
• Computer/ Tablet

The Arc of Anchorage is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer