Direct Support Professional- Residential Services - Canandaigua

The Arc Ontario; Seneca Castle (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Sick time

Growth opportunities

Educational assistance

Employee assistance program

Fitness center access

Pay on demand

Telehealth

Emergency assistance

Job summary

The Arc Ontario is seeking a Direct Support Professional to join our Residential Team in Canandaigua, NY. You will support individuals with developmental disabilities with daily living activities, personal care, and community outings, fostering growth and safe, supportive home environments.

Responsibilities include hands-on instruction, skill-building, and promoting independence while adhering to individualized plans and safety guidelines within a compassionate agency culture.

Qualifications

• 18 years old
• HS Diploma or GED preferred and one year of relevant experience or an equivalent amount of education/and or experience preferred
• If driving is required, reliable means of transportation, NYS driver’s license and safe driving record for 1 full year prior to hire date
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in written form

Responsibilities

• Provides hands-on assistance, instruction, and training to individuals to develop skills in daily living per an individualized plan of service
• Provides training opportunities to enhance self-sufficiency in independent living
• Promotes agency mission, vision, and values

Skills

Effective communication

Safety awareness

Education

HS Diploma or GED

1 year of experience or equivalent

Job description

Position Overview

Join our Residential Team as a Direct Support Professional and make a real impact by supporting individuals with developmental disabilities in their daily lives. From assisting with personal care and household tasks to planning community outings and recreational activities, you'll help create a safe, supportive home environment where individuals can grow and thrive.

Work Location

Canandaigua , NY

As a full time team member at The Arc Ontario, you will receive

• Health and retirement benefits


• Paid time off; Over 3 weeks of vacation within your first year!


• Sick Time


• Growth potential/Opportunity for advancement within my agency


• Educational Assistance


• Employee Assistance Program


• Access to a Fitness Center in the Main Facility


• Pay on Demand


• Free Telehealth with EZaccessMD


• Emergency Assistance Funding


• And more

Our Culture

Investing in our staff while thriving in a flexible and fun work environment!

The Arc Ontario Story

Founded in 1954 we believe that All individuals with disabilities or other challenges are one with their community.

Responsibilities

• Provides hands‑on assistance, instruction, and training to individuals which will enable them to develop and/or acquire skills in various aspects of daily living which may include communication, social, recreational, and leisure activities, self or personal care, household management, travel, work-related or vocational opportunities, money management, etc. in accordance with an individualized plan of service, and following all safety considerations.


• Provides training opportunities designed to enhance each person's self-sufficiency in the areas of independent living


• Promotes agency mission, vision, and values.

Requirements

• 18 years old


• HS Diploma or GED preferred and one year of relevant experience or an equivalent amount of education/and or experience preferred


• If driving is required, reliable means of transportation, NYS driver's license and safe driving record for 1 full year prior to hire date


• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds


• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in written form

The Arc Ontario is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. The Arc Ontario does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of any characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws.