What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional position at The Arc of Rensselaer County?
Position Description
Direct Support Professionals assist individuals residing in specific homes in their daily living routines in such activities as dressing, shopping, meal preparation and personal hygiene through direct assistance and/or skills training. They provide individual guidance in health and safety, budgeting and money management, personal relations and developing social connections in the community. They also assist the Residence Manager in the cleanliness and general upkeep of the home.
We also offer DSP positions in our Family Services and Supports departments, as well as positions working with Self-Directed individuals. The hours and schedules for these non-residential positions vary, so please contact us for more information.
EOE
Salary: $19.80 per hour
Current Schedules Available - all shifts include at least one weekend day:
Days & Evenings
Overnights Available
**Schedules are not rotating. Candidates must be able to regularly work weekends and attend daytime trainings if hired.**
Requirements:
A HS Diploma or GED or successful completion of a Pre-Employment Test
A Valid NYS Driver's License with at least one year of non-permit driving experience is recommended, especially for daytime and evening shifts. Some openings may require having use of a vehicle for the purposes of the position, but for certain shifts we can accept applicants without a Driver's License.
For certain overnight shifts only - we can accept applicants who do not have a driver's license
Ability to lift 50 lbs.
Must be comfortable giving individuals direct care including assisting with personal hygiene tasks.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Per diem
Pay: From $19.50 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Night shift
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $20
