Direct Support Professional Substitutes

Direct Support Professional Substitutes

Bring your Heart to Coarc

At Coarc we belong to a mission that expands abilities one person at a time. Our work is both rewarding and challenging and we support each other through a culture of belonging respect and shared purpose. When you join us you will be making a difference in your community while being valued for your contributions.

Locations

We have positions available in Hudson Chatham Germantown Ghent Stuyvesant Taghkanic and Valatie

Pay Rate: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour (based on program site) Additional $2.00/hour weekend shift differential

Position Overview

As a Substitute Direct Support Professional (DSP) in our Residential Services program you will provide essential support to individuals living in a group home setting on an as-needed basis.

Substitute DSPs play a vital role in ensuring continuity of care by covering open shifts callouts vacations and staffing needs - especially during afternoons evenings overnights and weekends.

Your role includes assisting with:

• Personal care and daily routines
• Meal preparation and household tasks
• Medication administration (after certification)
• Supporting individuals in community outings and activities
• Creating a safe respectful and home-like environment

Youll help individuals build life skills maintain independence and engage meaningfully in their homes and communities.

Our work isnt always easy but its worth it. At Coarc youll belong contribute and make a difference.

Schedule & Flexibility

This is a per diem (substitute) position ideal for individuals seeking flexible scheduling.

Shifts may include:

• Afternoon/Evening shifts (2:00 PM 10:00 PM or 3:00 PM 11:00 PM)
• Overnight shifts
• Weekend day or evening shifts
• Extended weekend shifts

Substitutes can pick up shifts based on availability and program needs. Weekend and evening availability is strongly preferred.

Belonging is more than a word here together we support each other through rewarding challenging work.

If youve worked as a PCA (Patient Care Assistant) CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) or HHA (Home Health Aide) youll find your skills highly valued in our Direct Support Professional (DSP) positions.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED (TASC) preferred.
• Exceptional communication and computer skills.
• Valid drivers license.
• Ability to be certified in all required trainings.
• Occasionally required to lift up to 50 pounds.
• One-year experience working with people with disabilities (preferred).

Contact Us

For more information or to apply:

• Jamie Budai: ext. 2141

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Equal Opportunity Employer

Required Experience:

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