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Direct Support Associate

The Arc of NC
Asheville, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 1/28/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/27/2025

Direct Support Associate

Position Status: Part - Time

Location: Asheville, NC

Education Requirements: Candidate must have a High School Diploma, GED or equivalent.

Experience Requirements: Candidate must be a motivated team player, flexible, creative, dependable and reliable. Candidate must have related experience in providing direct supports but not preferred. Qualified applicants must be 18 years or older, have a current driver’s license, reliable transportation and are able to pass background check.

The Arc of NC is seeking a passionate, hardworking, self-motivated individual to support individuals with intellectual disabilities in the Asheville area. This is a part time position with a flexible schedule.

About the Role

As a Direct Support Associate, you will assist this individual in living a fulfilling, safe, and independent life. You will work to implement her Person-Centered Plan, provide emotional and practical support, and ensure her well-being while fostering meaningful connections in her community.

Key Responsibilities

  • Willing to Learn and Engage in Continual Learning Regarding Prader-Willi
  • Support Daily Needs: Assist with personal care, meal preparation, and monitoring food intake to address Prader-Willi-specific needs, including managing food security, building healthy habits, and providing constant supervision during meals to prevent overconsumption.
  • Behavioral Support: Utilize strategies to help her manage behaviors linked to Prader-Willi, such as anxiety, food-seeking behaviors, and emotional dysregulation.
  • Promote Community Integration: Encourage her participation in social, recreational, and community activities that align with her interests and strengths.
  • Skill Development: Teach and reinforce life skills, coping mechanisms, and self-advocacy techniques tailored to her needs.
  • Health and Safety: Maintain a safe and structured environment, proactively addressing potential risks and challenges specific to Prader-Willi syndrome.
  • Documentation: Accurately complete daily notes, progress reports, and other required documentation.

The Arc is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 28 per week

Schedule:

  • 4 hour shift
  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekends as needed

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

  • providing direct support for people with I/DD: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

  • Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18

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