DSP-Residential -Relief

The Arc Of Opportunity; Spencer (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arc Of Opportunity is hiring Direct Support Professionals-Relief at Spencer, MA. The role supports individuals with developmental disabilities, following Individual Support Plans and daily living activities on flexible shifts.

Pay ranges $20.29–$21.33 per hour depending on MAP Certification; requires a driver’s license and ability to lift 50 lbs. No fixed schedule; benefit details discussed during interview.

Qualifications

• Highschool diploma or GED is required.
• Active and valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to pass background checks and lift 50lbs.
• Experience in substance abuse or mental health preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver service standards with residential managers and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Advocate for individuals served and implement Individual Support Plans.
• Assist participants with personal care and hygiene as needed.
• Perform light to medium maintenance, including cleaning, laundry, cooking and shopping.

Skills

Driver's license

Background checks

Lifting 50 lbs

Restraint assistance

Mental health experience

Education

Highschool diploma or GED

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Relief Spencer, Spencer, MA, US

Salary Range: $20.29 To $21.33 Hourly

Interested in working for a company that has led the way to improving the lives of individuals with Developmental Disabilities for over 60 years? Do you believe in enriching the lives of individuals and supporting them to reach their fullest potential? The Arc of Opportunity is looking for Direct Support Professionals-Relief to fill that mission.

Salary & Benefits:

Pay: $20.29/hour (without MAP Certification) | $21.33/hour (with MAP Certification)

Schedule:

Flexible shift

Essential Job Functions:

• Works closely with Residential managers and Direct Support Professionals in delivering service standards of excellence and ensure operational compliance within assigned program in accordance with federal, state and agency regulations.
• Actively advocates for individuals served and demonstrates agency mission and values in all interpersonal and professional relations and implement Individual Support Plans for individuals based on assessments, objectives and goals.
• Assist program participants with personal care and hygiene as needed, including but not limited to: toileting, transfers, change dining, showering, dressing, and grooming
• Provide light to medium maintenance/domestic functions associated with residential programs, including, but not limited to: cleaning, laundry, cooking, grocery shopping, shoveling snow, and grounds keeping duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Highschool diploma or GED
• Active and valid driver’s license
• Ability to pass background checks
• Ability to lift to 50lbs and sustained periods of sitting or standing
• Ability to assist in a restraint if needed
• Experience in substance abuse or mental health preferred

The Arc is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, age, or other legally protected characteristics.
When an applicant with a disability needs accommodation to have an equal opportunity to apply and/or interview for a job, they may request it orally or in writing through the VP of Human Resources.

DSP-Residential-Relief

Interested in working for a company that has led the way to improving the lives of individuals with Developmental Disabilities for over 60 years? Do you believe in enriching the lives of individuals and supporting them to reach their fullest potential? The Arc of Opportunity is looking for Direct Support Professionals-Relief to fill that mission.

Salary & Benefits:

Pay: $20.29/hour (without MAP Certification) | $21.33/hour (with MAP Certification)

Schedule:

Flexible shift

Essential Job Functions:

• Works closely with Residential managers and Direct Support Professionals in delivering service standards of excellence and ensure operational compliance within assigned program in accordance with federal, state and agency regulations.
• Actively advocates for individuals served and demonstrates agency mission and values in all interpersonal and professional relations and implement Individual Support Plans for individuals based on assessments, objectives and goals.
• Assist program participants with personal care and hygiene as needed, including but not limited to: toileting, transfers, change dining, showering, dressing, and grooming
• Provide light to medium maintenance/domestic functions associated with residential programs, including, but not limited to: cleaning, laundry, cooking, grocery shopping, shoveling snow, and grounds keeping duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Highschool diploma or GED
• Active and valid driver’s license
• Ability to pass background checks
• Ability to lift to 50lbs and sustained periods of sitting or standing
• Ability to assist in a restraint if needed
• Experience in substance abuse or mental health preferred

The Arc is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, age, or other legally protected characteristics.
When an applicant with a disability needs accommodation to have an equal opportunity to apply and/or interview for a job, they may request it orally or in writing through the VP of Human Resources.

No Fixed Shift

$20.29/hour (without MAP Certification) | $21.33/hour (with MAP Certification)