Direct Support Professional- Residential Services - Canandaigua

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