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The Arc Wayne of Newark, NY, a Human Services Agency, is seeking full-time, part-time, and per diem/relief Direct Support Professionals (DSP) for our Residences located throughout Wayne County to support adults with developmental disabilities in obtaining their life goals. As a DSP, your role is to teach, encourage, inspire, mentor, influence, instruct, nurture, and praise the individuals that you support.
Full and Part Time DSPs earn a starting wage of $12.55/hour, Per Diem/Relief earn $11.85/hour. We also offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 403(b) retirement plan with company match, paid holidays, and paid sick and vacation time.
A DAY IN THE LIFE AS A DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL
As a Direct Support Professional, you support individuals with daily living skills including housekeeping, cooking, hygiene, and self-administration of medications. While supporting people with disabilities, you learn their individual differences in ability, personality, interests, learning, motivation, and likes and dislikes. After learning each Individual's Life Plan, you follow it closely to ensure health and safety and achieve goals. You assess their needs, positively influence behavior, and provide skills that will all assist them in integrating into their community in the least restrictive environment. It is rewarding to see your work as a DSP pay off when the people you support achieve their goals.
"The best thing about this job is the rewarding feeling I get in knowing that what I do every day helps make a difference in someone else's day." - Residential Team Member
QUALIFICATIONS
Must have a High School diploma or equivalent (GED), a current, valid NYS driver's license for at least 2 years and a safe driving record is required for most positions, and the ability to pass a background and reference check. You must also have the ability to lift up to 50 lbs Ability to physically assist individuals who use wheelchairs and/or walkers; Previous experience as a Home Health Aide or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is a plus!
ABOUT THE ARC WAYNE
The Arc Wayne, a parent-based organization, advocates for and supports persons of all ages with or without disabilities. We assist individuals in taking their full, independent, productive place in society through an array of quality, individualized services. With compassion, understanding, and support, we connect individuals and families to a world of possibilities that promote independence. We are person-centered, respectful, reliable, inclusive, and dedicated to our community!
At The Arc Wayne, you'll have the opportunity to make a positive difference in someone's life while working with other great employees. We invest in our employees and help them achieve individual as well as team goals to reach their maximum potential.
We would love for you to join our team; apply online for consideration today!https://waynearc.applicantpro.com/jobs/1455929.html
