Provide direct care and support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to help them reach their fullest potential. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, administering medication, and managing community-based recreational activities.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, be at least 18 years old, and possess a valid driver's license. Active CPR/First Aid certification and the ability to pass comprehensive background checks are required.
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Job description
Here at The Arc Gloucester, we offer the unique opportunity to combine your professional experience with your passion to help individuals with intellectual or development disabilities
For more than 60 years The Arc Gloucester has provided innovative programs and services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We have made a difference in the lives of many people and are very proud of that. But it's the individuals we service who bring our programs to life with their creativity, excitement, humor, talent, and so much more!
Direct Support Professionals (DSP) provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities served by The Arc Gloucester and help these individuals reach their fullest potential in accordance with their IHP’s by creating a nurturing environment and maintaining programmatic needs in compliance. This position is supervised by a residential manager.
Evening & Weekend shifts available. MUST BE AVAILABLE TO WORK WEEKENDS
Excellent Benefits Package
Pay
Rate: Training rate of $18.14 per hour with a post-training rate of $19.50
$250 Referral Bonus
Holiday pay
Healthcare benefits, including medical, dental and vision
Retirement Plans (employer contribution)
DSPs provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities served by The Arc Gloucester and help these individuals reach their fullest potential in accordance with their IHP’s by creating a nurturing environment and maintaining programmatic needs in compliance.
Position
Non-exempt. Flexible hours. Must be available for emergency coverage beyond regularly scheduled hours and at least 1 weekend shift. Locations available throughout Gloucester County. This position is supervised by a Residential Manager.
Essential
Duties and Responsibilities
Provide direct care to individuals and empower them to reach their fullest potential in accordance with their ISPs/IHPs
Assist individuals into and out of bed, van or wheelchair, to lavatory, up and down stairs, and with the activities of daily living (ADLs) e.g. dress, bath, and groom self-using proper body mechanics, adaptive equipment, and ensuring the safety of all concerned
Accompany individuals served outside the home, as a guide, companion and aide (e.g. shopping, religious activities, friends and family gatherings, etc.)
Benefits
Referral bonus
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Retirement plans
Medical insurance
Holiday pay
Healthcare benefits
Employer contribution
Transporting individuals served and driving agency vehicle in a safe, lawful manner
Administer prescribed medications, using the approved medication administration policies and procedures
Assist with purchasing, preparing, and serving food for individuals while following special prescribed diets
Provide a supportive home environment for the individual by maintaining a clean, positive, healthy, and stimulating environment while ensuring adequate supervision at all times
Comply with supervisory directives, relevant internal and external policies and procedures, and applicable Federal, State, and local regulations, in a timely and comprehensive manner
Maintain daily electronic and/or written records of billable services performed
Conduct required safety drills as directed by the Program Supervisors or their designee
Effectively plan and manage recreational activities of the individual’s interest level and at the individual’s pace, including organizing, implementing and participating in community activities
Primary department, work location and schedule may vary
Maintain confidentiality
Comply with the DDD Program Manual, The Arc Gloucester Policies and Procedures Manual and applicable state, local and federal regulations
Must cooperate and participate in reviews, investigations, and inspections, including but not limited to DHS Licensing and DHS staff
Occasional management responsibilities, including assisting with trainings, planning, workflow, and problem solving
Complete and maintain required training
Additional responsibilities as required
Qualifications
High School diploma or general education degree (GED), and must be 18 years of age or older
Must have a current, non-probationary driver’s license with 5 points or less, and deemed acceptable to drive by The Arc Gloucester’s liability insurance company
Maintain active CPR/First Aide certification
Proficient in basic computer, math, reading comprehension, and verbal and written communication skills
Must know how to cook and prepare meals
Knowledge or experience with supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities is preferred
Successfully pass initial and ongoing State/Federal Criminal Background checks, including Fingerprinting, CARI checks, Central Registry checks and drug screens
Physical Requirements
While performing the essential functions of this position, the following are required, with or without reasonable accommodation:
Ability to sit, drive, stand and walk for extended periods of time
Ability to operate computers, phone, and other relevant technology
Physical duties, including but not limited to carrying, driving, general lifting (at least 50 lbs., occasionally up to 100 lbs.), assisting with transferring and lifting of individuals, pushing and pulling (resistance of at least 25 lbs.), bending, twisting, squatting, cleaning, and climbing stairs
