Direct Support Professional- WARREN & WASHINGTON COUNTIES, NY

NYSARC INC; Town of Queensbury (NY); On-site; USD 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Shift differentials

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

A dedicated care provider in Queensbury is seeking Direct Support Professionals for residential programs. This role offers a supportive work environment and competitive pay of $20 per hour, with extensive training and multiple employee benefits including paid time off and health insurance. Candidates must be 18 years or older with a valid driver's license. Join us to make a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities! Apply through our website or email for more information.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older and have a valid driver's license.
• No prior experience necessary for the position.

Responsibilities

• Support and care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Assist individuals with daily living activities including cooking and cleaning.
• Participate in social and recreational activities with residents.

Skills

Ability to assist individuals with disabilities

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

WARREN & WASHINGTON COUNTIES

WWAARC currently has Full-time, Part-Time, and Per diem Direct Support Professional positions available in our Residential programs. Our residential programs have availability throughout Warren & Washington Counties and shifts can be: evenings, weekends, overnights or any combination of available hours. The DSP rate of pay is $20.00 per hour plus differentials. This is an hourly position. DSPs support and care for people with intellectual and other developmental disabilities. This can include but is not limited to assisting the people with getting ready for the day or going to bed, cooking, cleaning, medication assistance, and participating in social/recreational activities in the community – and just plain having fun while making a difference!

Want to be a WWAARC DSP and join our Team?

Qualifications:

• 18 years of age or older
• Have a valid driver's license
• High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred but not required
• No experience necessary

What's in it for You?

You will work where you AND the work you do are valued! We offer:

• A positive work environment, focused on quality, professional growth, and development.
• Extensive paid training.
• A variety of employee discounts.
• Generous paid time off & sick time.
• Group health & dental insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 403(b) retirement plans.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Health Reimbursement Accounts (HRA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• Shift Differentials and a DSP Sign-on Bonus ($1,500 for Full-Time 40-hour/$1,125 Part-Time 30-hour DSPs) for some programs/locations/positions.
• Some positions with the potential to make your own schedule.

Ready to Apply/Transfer?

To apply a completed WWAARC application is required. Applications can be submitted through our website at https://www.WWAARC.org or contact [e-mail] to have the application emailed/mailed to you.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer WWAARC will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, national origin, status as a protected veteran, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other characteristic protected under applicable law. WWAARC is dedicated to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.