Direct Support Professional - Day Habilitation

Hiring Immediately - Direct Support Professional

Make a difference today and enjoy what you do!

The Arc Wayne of Newark, NY is hiring a full time Direct Support Professional ( DSP ) for our Day Habilitation Program, to provide person-centered supports to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a Day Habilitation setting. In this role you will support people to develop life skills while supporting their confidentiality, privacy, human dignity, uniqueness and both physical and emotional well-being. You will also be responsible for their safety and well-being while at Day Habilitation and community settings.

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.Do you want to make a difference in the lives of others and your community? If so, you may be perfect for this position!

The Direct Support Professional ( DSP ) for Day Habilitation earns a starting wage of $16.02/hr. 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 for qualified positions. The Arc Wayne is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

A Day In The Life As A Direct Support Professional ( DSP ):

• Support individuals to plan and complete meaningful activities of their choosing that may include, but are not limited to recreational, learning and physical fitness activities, development of individual interests and the pursuit of personal goals
• Individuals in maintaining safe and healthy lifestyles, and will provide assistance in making healthy dietary choices while following pre-established orders by medical professionals.
• Provide assistance with eating, direct personal support with bathroom responsibilities such as but not limited to: shaving, brushing teeth, bathing/showering, bathroom use and dressing;
• Monitor and maintain a clean, safe and secure environment for individuals at all times, while providing Day Habilitation services according to each individual's plan,
• Participate in building evacuation and fire drills.

It is rewarding to see your work as a DSP pay off when the people you support achieve their goals!

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Valid NYS driver's license required
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to physically assist individuals who use wheelchairs and/or walkers

Previous experience in the Human Services Field, as a Home Health Aide or a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is a plus!

Work schedule:

• Part Time Monday through Friday (8 am - 2:30 pm), 30 hours/week.

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! The Arc Wayne is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

ARE YOU READY TO OUR JOIN OUR AMAZING TEAM? Apply now to start your new career adventure with The Arc Wayne!!