17.25-18.37 per hour | Canandaigua, NY, USA | Hourly | Full Time The Arc Ontario Direct Support Professional - Residential Salary: $17.25 -$18.37 (per diem/substitute $16.25) Differential: $1.00 pay differential for night shift, $1.00 pay differential weekend shifts! 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? Would you like to help people live their best life at home? Being a direct support professional with our Residential program may be for you! You would be part of a dynamic team fostering growth and independence in persons with intellectual disabilities! Work Location: Ontario County Schedule: All Hours available - Full Time 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 an individualized plan of service, and following all safety considerations.
Provides training opportunities designed to enhance each person's self-sufficiency in the areas of independent living
Promotes agency mission, vision, and values.
As a full time team member at The Arc Ontario, you will receive
Health and retirement benefits
Paid time off - Over 3 weeks your first year!
Growth potential/Opportunity for advancement within my agency
Educational Assistance
And more
Requirements
18 years old
HS Diploma or GED preferred and one year of relevant experience of and an equivalent amount of education/and or experience preferred
If driving is required, reliable means of transportation, NYS driver's license 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