DSP - Day Habilitation-Full Time

Job Title: Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Day Habilitation

Company

The Arc of Opportunity [https://www.arcofopportunity.org]

Schedule: Monday–Friday -9:00AM-3:00PM

Pay Rate

$20.40/hour

Position Summary

Looking for a rewarding career where you can make a meaningful impact every day? The Arc of Opportunity is seeking compassionate and dedicated Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to join our Day Habilitation Program.

As a DSP in Day Habilitation, you will support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in achieving personal goals, building independence, and enhancing their quality of life. You will provide direct support through individualized skill-building activities, therapeutic programming, community engagement, and personal care assistance as needed.

About the Day Habilitation Program

The Day Habilitation Program is a therapy-based service designed to help individuals increase independence and achieve meaningful goals. Individualized Day Hab Service Plans are developed using recommendations from Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, and Behavioral Specialists.

• Participants engage in activities that promote personal growth and skill development, including:
• Baking and cooking activities
• Arts and crafts
• Music therapy
• Expressive art therapy
• Community outings
• Social and life skills development

• Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Assist individuals with skill-building activities and support them in achieving personal goals and objectives.
• Implement individualized Day Hab Service Plans and document progress toward established outcomes.
• Facilitate engaging group activities that align with participant interests and abilities.
• Encourage independence, self-advocacy, and community inclusion.
• Collaborate with team members and clinical professionals to ensure quality service delivery.
• Assist with personal care needs, including toileting, hygiene, transfers, and mobility support when required.
• Complete documentation and administrative tasks accurately and in a timely manner.
• Attend required trainings, meetings, and professional development activities.
• Maintain professional conduct while adhering to agency policies, confidentiality requirements, and ethical standards.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• Physical Requirements
• Frequent standing, walking, pushing, pulling, bending, stooping, lifting, and twisting.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform safe transfers and mobility assistance for individuals who use wheelchairs.
• Ability to provide personal care support, including changing, toileting, showering, and hygiene assistance.
• Ability to perform approved physical restraints when necessary and in accordance with training and agency policy.

Qualifications

• Required:
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office, email communication, internet navigation, and electronic documentation.

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Benefits

Eligible employees may 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
• Employee Training and Development Programs
• Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities

Preferred

• Previous experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities or in a related human services field.

• Why join the arc of opportunity?
• Competitive hourly pay.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Supportive and mission-driven work environment.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Join an organization with more than 60 years of service excellence.

Equal employment opportunity

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 status.

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.

Apply Today

Visit https://www.arcofopportunity.org [https://www.arcofopportunity.org] and search "Direct Support Professional – Day Habilitation (6007)" to apply.

Shift Schedule

-Monday-Friday -9am-3pm $20.40 per hour