Direct Support Specialist: Bead Center & Shop

The Arc Of Greater New Orleans; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retention Bonus

Paid Training

401(k)

Insurance: Medical/Dental/Vision

Job summary

The Arc Of Greater New Orleans is seeking a Direct Support Professional to assist participants at the Mardi Gras Recycling Center in Metairie. You will help with bead sorting, unloading collection bins, and daily tasks in the bead room, working closely with the MGRC Program Manager to ensure smooth operations.

This role emphasizes supporting individuals with developmental disabilities, maintaining safety, and helping with customer purchases at the on-site shop.

Qualifications

• Experience working with persons with developmental disabilities preferred.
• Must pass a clear background check.
• Must have a valid LA driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Support all daily operational processes of the Mardi Gras Recycling Center
• Manage the daily timekeeping for participants working in the center
• Assist with completing customer purchases at our shop on-site in Metairie
• Assist the Program Manager with monitoring inventory levels and properly restocking the storefront as needed
• Other duties as assigned by the Program Manager

Skills

Developmental disabilities experience

Job description

The Arc Of Greater New Orleans is seeking a Direct Support Professional to assist participants at the Mardi Gras Recycling Center in Metairie. You will help with bead sorting, unloading collection bins, and daily tasks in the bead room, working closely with the MGRC Program Manager to ensure smooth operations.

This role emphasizes supporting individuals with developmental disabilities, maintaining safety, and helping with customer purchases at the on-site shop.