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Canandaigua, NY, USA | Hourly | 17.50-18.64 per hour | Full Time

The Arc Ontario

Direct Support Professional - JET Program

Salary: $17.50 - $18.64

Position Overview: Are you a people person that loves to see people hit their goals? Do you love being part of a positive team focused on growth? Do you enjoy being out and about? Being a Direct Support Professional based at our JET program may be for you! You would be part of a dynamic team fostering growth and independence in persons with intellectual disabilities!

Work Location: Canandaigua, NY

Schedule: Full-time Monday-Friday 7:45am-3:45pm

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 individualized plan of service, and following all safety considerations.

+ Accompanies individuals to activities in the community to provide supervision, skills training, support or assistance, e.g. grocery shopping, banking, recreation, entertainment, medical appointments. Assists in planning group leisure activities, recreational events and community activities, career exploration and internship coaching at the request of the site supervisor.

+ Participates in the ongoing assessment and evaluation of individual's needs and abilities. Assists individuals in determining valued outcomes, activities and staff supports to form plans of service. Assists individuals in communicating needs, wants and concerns to team members.

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 your first year (vacation and sick days)

+ Growth potential/Opportunity for advancement within my agency

+ Educational Assistance

+ And more

Requirements

+ 18 years old

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

+ Driving is required, reliable means of transportation 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

The Arc Ontario is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. The Arc Ontario does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of any characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws.