What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional -AWC position at The United Arc?
REWARDING WORK!
Direct Support Professional - seeking a dynamic and team-oriented individual to provide services for a young man with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Staff in this position will provide person centered support with independent living skills, accessing community resources and providing community integration activities for socialization, establishing meaningful relationships and community involvement. He enjoys long hikes, biking and swimming.
Full Time. 40 hours per week with 15 hours required on the weekend. Pay range is $22.00 - $25.00 per hour, dependent on the level of experience.
Minimum Qualifications –
High school diploma / GED
MAP certified
Direct 1 :1 experience working with individuals in a residential setting
Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
Acceptable driving record, valid driver’s license and access to a reliable automobile
Acceptable CORI and background fingerprinting check required.
We offer a competitive wage and competitive benefits that include health and dental insurance, 3 weeks of vacation per year, 10 sick days, 6 agency-recognized holidays and 6 floating holidays, along with other employer-paid and optional benefits. Vacation, sick and holiday time begins to accrue day one. Benefits are available to 20 hour employees
The United Arc is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid orientation
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $25
