Elba Day Hab - DSP - PD - GLOW

Arc-Glow; Town of North Elba (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time

Sick time

Paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Health insurance

Health Reimbursement Account

Opportunities for secondary positions

Job summary

Arc GLOW in New York State is hiring Direct Support Professionals to provide daily care and support for individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities in home settings. You will help with daily living activities, plan group activities, and participate in community outings, with starting pay of $19.25 per hour for part-time and full-time roles.

Per diem opportunities exist; daytime hours are 7:30am–3:30pm, Monday–Friday, with some evenings for staff meetings and trainings.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration with peers.
• Ability to use a computer efficiently.
• Valid NYS driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provides daily care to individuals with developmental, intellectual and/or physical disabilities.
• Assists and encourages individuals to meet immediate personal needs.
• Assists with planning daily activities and participates in small-group activities.
• Engages in community inclusion activities and supports skill-building.
• Documents program data accurately and timely.
• Provide transportation as needed with agency vehicles.
• Use various software platforms for job functions.
• Meal preparation.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Computer skills

Driver's license

Job description

Our Direct Support Professionals provide daily support to individuals with developmental disabilities within the home setting. Working with a team, DSPs assist with daily living skills, personalized goals, arts and crafts, games, sensory activities, and accompany on outings in the community. Starting pay is $19.25 an hour for part time and full-time positions.

If you are looking for an opportunity to make a difference in someone’s life in a meaningful role with peers who are compassionate and caring, please apply online at arcglow.org/work-for-us/.

WHAT IS ARC GLOW?

We are a parent and family driven organization that empowers and supports people of all ages with a broad spectrum of emotional, intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our Day Habilitation locations cover the four counties in the GLOW region, providing supports and services to over 150 people.

WHO DOES THE ARC GLOW SUPPORT?

• People with intellectual and developmental disabilities will be valued members of their communities, with the opportunity to realize their full potential and a future that is secure.

AVAILABLE DSP DAY HABILITATION POSITIONS:

Per diem opportunities are available. Schedule will include daytime hours between7:30am-3:30pm, Monday- Friday with some evenings to incorporate staff meetings, trainings etc.

WHAT WOULD I BE DOING?

• Provides daily care to the people we support with developmental, intellectual and/or physical disabilities.
• Assists and encourages the people we support to care for immediate personal needs.
• Assists with planning daily activities and participates in the activities in small groups.
• Assists in varies community inclusion opportunities such as social events, volunteering, and to providing ways to work on skill building.
• Documents all program data accurately and timely.
• Provide transportation as needed with agency vehicles.
• Use various software platforms for specific job functions.
• Meal preparation.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR A DSP:

• A valid NYS driver's license with an acceptable driving record, per agency policy, and reliable transportation to and from work is required.
• Excellent communication skills.
• The physical ability to transfer and lift people with mobility restraints.
• The drive to help others with personal goals and work in a team environment.
• The ability to efficiently use a computer.

WE SUPPORT YOU IN YOUR TIME AWAY FROM WORK!

• Vacation time begins accruing immediately and is available to use after three months of employment
• Sick time begins accruing immediately and is available to use immediately.
• Paid holidays (8 holidays) in which you of OFF to enjoy this time with your family.

Other Benefits include:

• 401(k) with agency match up to 5%
• College Tuition Assistance
• Affordable medical insurance with agency funded Health Reimbursement Account
• Ability to explore secondary positions outside your primary.

GROW WITH GLOW!

• Our strong training program will provide the skills needed to work with people with disabilities. All training is paid. Arc GLOW provides opportunities to grow and advance in a meaningful and rewarding career.

STRATEGIC POSITIONING STATEMENT:

• Arc GLOW is here with you in our communities to provide comprehensive supports and services that offer peace of mind, guidance, and expertise. Families seek to empower their loved ones with disabilities, to navigate challenges and experience what truly matters – the joys of life. Led by caring and experienced professionals, Arc GLOW will provide a safe, secure, and quality environment, fostering growth and independence along the way.

d Health Reimbursement Account