Direct Support Professional

Job Title: Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Part time

Company: The Arc of Opportunity

Schedule: Monday-Friday-6 AM-9AM15 Hours

Pay Rate:$20.81/hour (without MAP Certification) $21.85/hour (with MAP Certification)

Looking for a career with heart purpose and impact The Arc of Opportunity is seeking compassionate and dedicated Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a residential setting.

As a DSP you will help individuals achieve their personal goals increase independence and enhance their quality of life while providing direct care and support in accordance with agency state and federal regulations.

• Implement Individual Support Plans (ISPs) based on assessments objectives and goals.
• Assist individuals with activities of daily living and personal care needs including:
  • Transfers
  • Toileting
  • Showering and hygiene assistance
  • Dressing and grooming
  • Other personal care supports as needed
• Advocate for individuals served and promote dignity independence and community inclusion.
• Assist individuals in accessing community resources and opportunities that support personal growth and goal achievement.
• Perform household and maintenance duties associated with residential programs including:
  • Cleaning
  • Laundry
  • Meal preparation and cooking
  • Grocery shopping
  • Snow shoveling
  • Groundskeeping and related tasks
• Work closely with Residential Managers and Assistant Residential Managers to ensure quality service delivery and regulatory compliance.
• Maintain professional conduct while adhering to agency policies confidentiality requirements and ethical standards.
• Attend and successfully complete all required trainings meetings and certification requirements.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with individuals served family members guardians coworkers community partners and regulatory agencies.
• Safely transport individuals using agency vehicles and vans as required.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• Frequent standing walking pushing pulling bending stooping lifting and twisting.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to kneel bend carry items and sustain periods of walking standing and sitting.
• Ability to physically assist individuals according to their needs.
• Ability to perform approved physical restraints when necessary and in accordance with training and agency policy.

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid drivers license.
• Acceptable CORI/Fingerprint background check and driving record throughout employment.
• Personal vehicle available for work-related responsibilities when required including valid registration insurance and compliance with state safety requirements.
• Ability to meet all physical requirements of the position.
• Basic computer literacy skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.

Preferred:

• Experience working in human services developmental disabilities substance abuse mental health or related fields.

• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment and professional decision-making.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and manage crisis situations effectively.
• Functional reasoning and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
• Knowledge of and commitment to The Arc of Opportunitys mission and values.

Eligible full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Vacation Time
• Paid Sick Time
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities

• Competitive pay rates.
• Generous hiring bonus.
• Meaningful work that positively impacts the lives of others.
• Supportive team environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement.
• Join an organization that has been serving individuals with disabilities for more than 60 years.

The Arc of Opportunity is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin political affiliation sexual orientation gender identity marital status disability protected veteran status genetic information age or any other legally protected characteristic.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation to apply for or participate in the interview process may request assistance orally or in writing through the Vice President of Human Resources.