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Valatie, NY, USA | Hourly | 17.00 per hour | Full Time

| At Coarc, we’re proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package that truly supports our team’s well-being because taking care of those who care for others matters. Our employees enjoy affordable health and dental insurance, generous paid time off, and a workplace that values balance, stability, and peace of mind. Join a team where great benefits are just one of the many ways we show our commitment to you.

Direct Support Professional – Daytime hours

Bring your Heart to Coarc

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM

Pay Rate: $17.00/hour

Position Type: Full-Time (37.5 hours/week)

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) in Coarc's Day Habilitation program, you will play a vital role in enriching the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities by supporting their independence, growth, and engagement in meaningful daily activities.

You will work directly with individuals in a community-based or center-based setting, helping them develop and maintain skills in areas such as communication, social interaction, self-care, and community involvement. This is a hands-on, people-focused position where every day brings new opportunities to make a difference.

You don't need a healthcare background-just compassion, patience, and a desire to help others thrive.

What You'll Do:

+ Build real relationships and become a trusted support in someone's life.

+ Help individuals with daily activities, skill-building, community involvement, and personal growth.

+ Promote independence, health, and well-being.

+ Participate in activities that help people discover their strengths and connect with others.

+ Provide respectful, person-centered support in line with each individual's goals and dreams.

This is a weekday-only, daytime position-perfect for those looking for work-life balance.

You're a Great Fit If You:

+ Are caring, dependable, and enjoy helping others.

+ Have a valid driver's license.

+ Can lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally.

+ Have (or are willing to earn) certifications such as First Aid, CPR, and medication administration.

+ High school diploma or GED preferred.

+ Previous experience working with people with disabilities is a plus but not required.

Hear from Our Team

"I'm very impressed with Coarc. Everyone I met was friendly and helpful. It's clear Coarc values its employees, and I'm proud to be part of this organization." – New Hire Testimonial

Why You'll Love Working at Coarc:

+ Consistent Monday–Friday hours-no nights or weekends

+ Paid training (we'll teach you everything you need to know)

+ Generous benefits : health, dental, vision, paid time off

+ Student Loan Forgiveness Eligible – Coarc qualifies under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program

+ Supportive team culture where your work is truly valued

Apply Today & Make a Difference

Start your journey with Coarc and discover how meaningful a career can be.

Contact Us

For more information or to apply:

+ Jamie Budai : [email protected] | 518-672-4451 ext. 2141

+ Mikki Kay : [email protected] | 518-672-4451 ext. 2143

Visit our website to view current job openings and complete an online application: coarc.org (https://www.coarc.org/work-at-coarc/?utm\_source=chatgpt.com)

Coarc is an Equal Opportunity Employer .

GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB

Support the emotional, physical and personal well-being of the people assigned; encourage growth by recognizing their autonomy and being proactive with them in reducing their risk of harm; foster a spirit of partnership with each person and with their "Circle of Support" members; always affirm the human rights, civil rights and responsibilities of each person as well as justice, inclusion and full community participation; perform in a manner consistent with the NADSP Code of Ethics.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

+ Develop a shared relationship with the person that supports the unique personal desires and needs of each person supported; provide assistance to the person with decision-making, problem-solving and providing encouragement to become as much of a self-advocate as possible.

+ Assist the person to know their own personal strengths and worth; assist the person in sharing those personal traits with others in a variety of community settings; support the person in making friends within their natural community settings.

+ Work in a professional and ethical manner; establish a trusting relationship with the people supported by being reliable and on time when providing supports and/or activities based on the person's stated valued outcomes and goals; always work towards assisting the person to achieve maximum success by developing a mutually respectful relationship with the person and their "Circle of Supports".

+ Support healthy living practices, inclusive of diet, exercise, stress reduction and emotional support, medical and dental health practices as needed or requested by the people supported.

+ As needed, provide assistance based on the person's plan of care, including but not limited to assistance with hygiene, dressing, using the bathroom, and/or showering.

+ Understand and report all instances of physical or emotional harm to the person by others in accordance with Agency policies and procedures relative to OPWDD Part 624 and 625 regulations; ensure the safety and well-being of the person immediately following any incidents of physical or emotional harm.

+ Be familiar with all safety measures and procedures for on-site and off-site activities, including requirements for using kitchen equipment, use of bathrooms/public restrooms and use of vehicles; assist the person supported to learn basic responses to fire emergencies, environmental emergencies and medical emergencies; provide support to the person via their Behavior Plan or Monitoring Plan (as applicable).

+ Assist the person supported in maintaining a comfortable, orderly and clean environment; support the person in enjoying life by teaching them to care for their surroundings, inclusive of cleaning activities, care for clothing and minor repairs (within the scope of each person's skills and abilities).

+ Encourage and support the person to take part in volunteer, educational, recreational and work activities in their community.

+ As needed, provide medication administration support to each person based on their skills and abilities as defined in their plan(s); comply with all Agency policies and procedures relative to the administration of medications to people supported.

+ Participate in the development and review of each person's service planning meetings; know and understand the unique aspects of each person's plan(s); document all services delivered in the mode and manner prescribed by agency policies and procedures; advocate for changes on each person's behalf when necessary or requested by the person; participate in any other team meetings with or for the person necessary to ensure each person's needs and wants are being addressed and that each person is successfully supported towards meeting their stated outcomes/goals.

+ Safely operate Agency vehicles per policy and per NYS Traffic Laws, and whenever transporting people supported.

+ Attend all required trainings and maintain all required trainings per Agency policies and procedures; maintain all required certifications necessary for the people we support.

+ May be required to work beyond scheduled hours when mandated to ensure adequate staff coverage.

+ May be required to provide coverage for alternate people, and/or at another location, when requested by Management or Administrator on Duty.

+ Required to attend staff meetings and trainings that may fall outside of regular schedule.