Direct Support Professional- Residential Services - Canandaigua

The Arc Ontario; Stanley (NY); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Sick time

Educational assistance

Employee assistance program

Fitness center access

Pay on demand

Free telehealth

Job summary

The Arc Ontario in Canandaigua, NY is seeking a Direct Support Professional to join our Residential Team. You will assist with daily living activities, personal care, and planned community outings, helping individuals grow in a safe, supportive home environment.

This role includes evening, night, and weekend shifts, with a pay rate of $18.50–$19.70 per hour and a $1.00 differential for nights and weekends. Benefits include health and retirement plans, PTO, sick time, and educational assistance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred; one year of related experience or equivalent education/experience.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• If driving is required, valid NYS driver's license and safe driving record for at least one year.
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on assistance, instruction, and training to individuals to develop skills in daily living, including communication, social, recreational and leisure activities, self or personal care, household management, travel, work-related or vocational opportunities, money management, per individualized plan and safety considerations.
• Provide training opportunities to enhance each person’s self-sufficiency in independent living.
• Promote agency mission, vision, and values.

Skills

Communication

Training

Self-sufficiency

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Arc Ontario

The Arc Ontario

Direct Support Professional - Residential

Salary: $18.50 - $19.70 (per diem/substitute $17.50)

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. Start a meaningful career with us—apply today and be part of something life‑changing.

Work Location

Canandaigua, NY

Schedule

Hiring for Evening, Night Shift, and Weekends.

Pay Differential

$1.00 pay differential for night shift; $1.00 pay differential for weekend shifts.

Benefits

• Health and retirement benefits
• Paid time off; over 3 weeks of vacation within your first year
• Sick time
• Growth potential and opportunity for advancement within the 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, enabling them to develop and/or acquire skills in various aspects of daily living—including communication, social, recreational and leisure activities, self or personal care, household management, travel, work‑related or vocational opportunities, money management—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 or older
• High school diploma or GED preferred; one year of relevant experience or an equivalent amount of education/experience preferred.
• When driving is required, reliable means of transportation, NYS driver’s license, and a safe driving record for at least one year prior to hire.
• 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.