• Direct Support Professional- Residential Services

    Ontario ARC (Canandaigua, NY)


    Canandaigua, NY, USA | Hourly | 18.00-19.17 per hour | Full Time

     

    The Arc Ontario

     

    Direct Support Professional - Residential

     

    Salary: $18.00 - $19.17 (per diem/substitute $17.00)

     

    Position Overview: Join our Residential Team as a Direct Support Professional and make a real impact by supporting individuals with developmental disabilities in their daily lives. From assisting with personal care and household tasks to planning community outings and recreational activities, you'll help create a safe, supportive home environment where individuals can grow and thrive. Start a meaningful career with us-apply today and be part of something life-changing!

     

    Work Location: Canandaigua , NY

     

    Schedule: Hiring for all hours; weekends; weekdays; day shift; night shift!

     

    Differential: $1.00 pay differential for night shift; $1.00 pay differential weekend shifts!

     

    As a full time team member at The Arc Ontario, you will receive...

     

    + Health and retirement benefits

    + Paid time off; Over 3 weeks of vacation within your first year!

    + Sick Time

    + Growth potential/Opportunity for advancement within my agency

    + Educational Assistance

    + Employee Assistance Program

    + Access to a Fitness Center in the Main Facility

    + Pay on Demand

    + Free Telehealth with EZaccessMD

    + Emergency Assistance Funding

    + And more

     

    Our Culture Investing in our staff while thriving in a flexible and fun work environment!

     

    The Arc Ontario Story: Founded in 1954 we believe that All individuals with disabilities or other challenges are one with their community.

    Responsibilities

    + Provides hands-on assistance, instruction, and training to individuals which will enable them to develop and/or acquire skills in various aspects of daily living which may include communication, social, recreational, and leisure activities, self or personal care, household management, travel, work-related or vocational opportunities, money management, etc. in accordance with an individualized plan of service, and following all safety considerations.

    + Provides training opportunities designed to enhance each person's self-sufficiency in the areas of independent living

    + Promotes agency mission, vision, and values.

    Requirements

    + 18 years old

    + HS Diploma or GED preferred and one year of relevant experience of and an equivalent amount of education/and or experience preferred

    + If driving is required, reliable means of transportation, NYS driver's license and safe driving record for 1 full year prior to hire date

    + Ability to lift at least 50 pounds

    + Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in written form