Direct Support Professional Residential

The Arc Madison Cortland; Alabama; On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Employer Match

Health, dental and vision insurance

Group Life Insurance

Paid Time off

Tuition Assistance

12 paid Holidays

Job summary

The Arc Madison Cortland is seeking a Direct Support Professional to provide self-care training and daily living assistance for residents with developmental disabilities in a group home setting.

Responsibilities include implementing the Life Plan, assisting with daily activities, documenting service notes, and supporting residents in community activities to promote independence and social skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid NYS drivers license and 12 months driving history.
• Six months to one-year related experience and/or training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides individualized care as outlined in the individual's Life Plan, or ISP.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Description

The Arc Madison Cortland is the better opportunity you've been looking for!

Join our team and be a part of empowering the individuals we serve!

*Sign On Bonus-up to $1,000*

Day Shifts, Evening Shifts, and Weekend Shifts Available

New Hiring Rate: $20.00

Several locations throughout Madison County areas, including Oneida, NY; Canastota, NY; Chittenango, NY

SUMMARY:

The Direct Support Professional provides self-care training and assistance in daily living to individuals with developmental disabilities residing in a group home setting.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Provides individualized care as outlined in the individuals Life Plan, or ISP.
• Assists Individuals in the primary activities of daily living (toileting, feeding, cooking, cleaning) as outlined in individual's ISP to promote independence.
• Maintains files and produces service notes and documentation on assigned caseload.
• Documents and submits reports to the program as outlined in the assigned department.
• Maximized consumer's social skills in order to enable him/her to live in their community by providing activities in a community setting.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or GED; Valid NYS driver's license and 12 months driving history. Six months to one-year related experience and or training preferred.

About the ARC’S Residence Program

In the residential program, the most caring people are the trained staff who provide 24-hour supervision, care, and guidance to residents. They assist with personal care needs, cleaning, cooking, medications, and activities.

Benefits include but not limited to:

• 401K Employer Match
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Group Life Insurance
• Paid Time off
• Tuition Assistance
• 12 paid Holidays

Requirements

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or GED; Valid NYS driver's license and 12 months driving history. Six months to one-year related experience and or training preferred.

About The Arc

The Arc Madison Cortland is a non-profit agency whose sole purpose lies in the support of people with special needs. We provide leadership in the field of disabilities, supporting people in every manner possible, and developing the necessary human and financial resources to allow all members of our community to achieve their full potential.

The Arc of Madison Cortland is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates for employment and employees receive equal consideration without regard to age, race, religion, color, national/ethnic origin, gender, gender identity, marital status, disability, military/veteran status, criminal conviction status (provided such conviction does not prevent the employee from being eligible to hold the position or pose a danger or threat to the individuals we support), pregnancy, domestic violence victim status, paid family leave or family medical leave status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.