Support Associate - Southern Pines, NC

Direct Support Associate

Position Status: Part-time/Full-time

Location: Southern Pines, NC

Join Our Team as a Support Associate!

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact while enjoying your work? We are seeking a compassionate, reliable, experienced, and knowledgeable Support Associate to provide essential assistance to a male in the Southern Pines area. If you are friendly, enjoy being physically active indoors and outdoors, and dedicated to bringing positivity into people's lives, we would love to hear from you!

About the Role:

This is an opportunity offering part time to full time hours. As a Support Associate, you’ll be a crucial part of our team, assisting this person with being physically active indoors and outdoors, providing transportation for this person to be an active participant in their community, and encouraging them to complete tasks in their home. The family is looking for someone who is cat and dog friendly, doesn’t mind participating in physical activities like swimming, bicycling, etc., experienced as a direct care professional, and patient.

What We're Looking For:

Kid at Heart: Bring joy and positivity to our support services.

Compassionate: Understand and empathize with individual needs and emotions.

Safety-Conscious: Always keep safety top of mind to prevent hazards.

Experienced: Previous experience in care, especially for those with disabilities, is highly valued.

Great Communicator: Comfortable with various communication styles for effective interaction.

Licensed Driver: A valid driver’s license is a must for transportation responsibilities.

Tech-Savvy: Able to complete online training and documentation on our online portal in a timely manner.

Why Join Us?

Inclusive Culture: We celebrate diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Competitive Pay: Enjoy a salary ranging from $16 to $17 per hour.

Meaningful Work: Your dedication will directly contribute to the well-being and happiness of those we support.

Supportive Environment: Join a team that values your contributions and fosters a sense of community. Join our caring community and be a part of something truly rewarding.

Apply Today!

Be the reason someone smiles today. Start your journey with us and experience the joy of making a difference every day.

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 Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $16.00 - $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• working with individuals with IDD: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16 - $17