16.75-17.84 per hour | Canandaigua, NY, USA | Hourly | Full Time The Arc Ontario Direct Support Professional - JET Program Salary: $16.75 - $17.84 Position Overview: Are you a people person that loves to see people hit their goals? Do you love being part of a positive team focused on growth? Do you enjoy being out and about? Being a Direct Support Professional based at our JET program may be for you! You would be part of a dynamic team fostering growth and independence in persons with intellectual disabilities! Work Location: Canandaigua, NY Schedule: Full-time Monday-Friday 7:45am-3:45pm Our Culture Investing in our staff while thriving in a flexible and fun work environment! The Arc Ontario Story: Founded in 1954 we believe that All individuals with disabilities or other challenges are one with their community. Responsibilities
Provides hands-on assistance, instruction and training to individuals which will enable them to develop and/or acquire skills in various aspects of daily living which may include communication, social, recreational, and leisure activities, self or personal care, household management, travel, work related or vocational opportunities, money management, etc. in accordance with individualized plan of service, and following all safety considerations.
Accompanies individuals to activities in the community to provide supervision, skills training, support or assistance, e.g. grocery shopping, banking, recreation, entertainment, medical appointments. Assists in planning group leisure activities, recreational events and community activities, career exploration and internship coaching at the request of the site supervisor.
Participates in the ongoing assessment and evaluation of individual's needs and abilities. Assists individuals in determining valued outcomes, activities and staff supports to form plans of service. Assists individuals in communicating needs, wants and concerns to team members.
As a full time team member at The Arc Ontario, you will receive
Health and retirement benefits
Paid time off - OVER 3 weeks of vacation your first year (vacation and sick days)
Growth potential/Opportunity for advancement within my agency
Educational Assistance
And more
Requirements
18 years old
HS Diploma or GED and one year of relevant experience of and an equivalent amount of education/and or experience preferred
Driving is required, reliable means of transportation and safe driving record for 1 full year prior to hire date
Ability to lift at least 50 pounds
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in written form