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The Arc Wayne

Direct Support Professional

Newark, NY · On-site

$21.19/hr

... immediately entry-level full-time, part-time, and per diem/relief Residential Direct Support ... Professionals (DSP) to support adults with developmental disabilities in obtaining life goals. The ...

ICL

Counselor-07532801

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$20.40/hr

This is a relief post. Compensation: $20.4019 an hour What we Offer: We provide competitive ... This entry-level direct care role supports adults diagnosed with mental illness and substance use ...

The Arc Wayne

Direct Support Professional

Newark, NY · On-site

$17.69 - $22.25/hr

... immediately entry-level full-time, part-time, and per diem/relief Residential Direct Support ... Professionals (DSP) to support adults with developmental disabilities in obtaining life goals. The ...

The Arc Wayne

Direct Support Professional

Newark, NY · On-site

$17.69 - $22.25/hr

... immediately entry-level full-time, part-time, and per diem/relief Residential Direct Support ... Professionals (DSP) to support adults with developmental disabilities in obtaining life goals. The ...

Dismas Charities

Resident Monitor (Relief)

Montgomery, AL · On-site

$17.75 - $22.84/hr

This entry-level residential re-entry position in social services earns a competitive wage of $22 ... Other - Additional duties may be assigned by the Director. These Programs operate with the ...

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Direct Support Professional

Direct Support Professional

The Arc Wayne

Newark, NY • On-site

$21.19/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 18 days ago

Job description

Now Hiring - Direct Support Professional

"The best thing about this job is the rewarding feeling I get in knowing that what I do every day helps make a difference in someone else's day. " - Resident Team Member

Why Join Our Team:

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.

The Arc Wayne Benefits:

  • Generous Paid Vacation Time
  • Sick Time
  • 10 Paid holidays
  • Insurance - Medical, Dental and Vision
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Paid Training
  • Bereavement Leave
  • Employee Referral Bonus
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Retirement Plan with Agency Match
  • On-the-job paid training provided to learn all the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to be successful in the DSP role.
  • And so much more!

Work Schedule: full time, part time and relief opportunities

The Arc Wayne of Newark, NY, a Human Services Agency, is hiring immediately entry-level full-time, part-time, and per diem/relief Residential Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to support adults with developmental disabilities in obtaining life goals. The role of the DSP is to teach, encourage, inspire, mentor, influence, instruct, nurture, and praise the individuals that you support. As a Residential Direct Support Professional (DSP) you will earn competitive pay of $18.19 per hour for scheduled positions or $21.19 per hour (only in select scheduled positions) or $17.69 per hour for non-drivers.

A Day in the Life of a Residential Direct Support Professional ( DSP ):

  • Support individuals with daily living skills including housekeeping, cooking, hygiene, and self-administration of medications
  • Build relationships with people with disabilities and learn their individual differences in ability, personality, interests, learning, motivation, and likes and dislikes
  • Work closely with Resident Team Members to learn each Individual's Life Plan and provide positive behavior support and role modeling to the people we support
  • Collaborate with each individual support to create growth on personal goals while prioritizing health and safety.
  • Transport and record medical appointments as well as other community activities. You will also administer and chart medications accurately.

Residential Direct Support Professionals Qualifications:

  • No previous experience required
  • All Residential Direct Support Professionals must be 18 years of age
  • Valid NYS driver's license preferred
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
  • Ability to physically assist individuals who use wheelchairs and/or walkers
  • Ability to foster teamwork
  • Basic computer literacy including use of email, internet and web-based programs

We are hiring immediately for entry-level candidates with any background. Experience as caregivers, human services, direct care workers, childcare, Home Health Aide or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is a plus! DSP Overnight, Evening, and Daytime shifts available. Paid training and no previous experience required! Start a rewarding career today and make a difference in someones life everyday.

Apply now to join our amazing Direct Support Professional ( DSP ) team!

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