Job Description

Start a fulfilling career that makes a difference in the lives of people with disabilities and their families. We have a variety of full and part-time jobs available and are looking for candidates who are eager to learn. Our employees receive a range of benefits including health insurance, company-paid life insurance, 401K, generous paid time-off and continuing education support!

Direct Support Professionals care for and support adults with intellectual, developmental and physical disabilities in a daytime program environment. Working with a team, DSPs in a day habilitation setting support people served with daily living skills, personalized goals, arts and crafts, sensory activities, and accompany on outings in the community.

Please apply online at arcglow.org/work-for-us. There are opportunities to grow and advance in a meaningful and rewarding career.

WHAT IS ARC GLOW?

We are a parent and family driven organization that empowers and supports people of all ages with a broad spectrum of emotional, intellectual and developmental disabilities.

WHAT DOES ARC GLOW VALUE?

• Person Centered: We are committed to customizing our services to help the people we support achieve their personal goals and experience full, productive lives.
• Respect: We treat the people we support and their families with dignity, and help provide guidance in achieving their chosen goals and dreams.
• Integrity: We are self-aware, accountable, responsible, and truthful in all actions at all times.
• Community: We provide an environment in which staff members, the people we support, and their families are accepted, safe and included.
• Excellence: We achieve outstanding quality outcomes through leadership, expertise, creativity and continuous improvement.

WHO DOES THE ARC GLOW SUPPORT?

• People with intellectual and developmental disabilities will be valued members of their communities, with the opportunity to realize their full potential and a future that is secure.

AVAILABLE POSITIONS:

• Full-time
• Day Shift – Monday through Friday

WHAT WOULD I BE DOING?

• Provides daily support and care to people with developmental, intellectual and/or physical disabilities, with daily living skills and other needs.
• Assists with planning daily activities and participating in small group activities.
• Encourage additional skill development in exciting community activity options.
• Utilize agency vehicles for community-based activities.
• Overall Assists with choice-making and encouraging independence.
• Assist with dining needs, including celebrating holidays and other special events
• Working in a team environment.
• Enjoying the opportunity to support others with achieving their personal goals.
• Documents all services accurately and timely.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR A DSP:

• High School Diploma, or equivalent required.
• Valid NYS driver's license with a safe driving record
• Excellent communication skills.
• Has a willingness to learn new skills (we provide paid training).
• Having a great sense of humor and willingness to be flexible is greatly beneficial!
• Possesses computer skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

WE SUPPORT YOU IN YOUR TIME AWAY FROM WORK!

• Opportunity to grow and advance in a meaningful, rewarding career
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Sick time available for all employees
• Paid holidays (8 holidays)
• 401(k) with agency match up to 5%
• College Tuition Assistance
• Affordable medical insurance with agency funded Health Reimbursement Account

STRATEGIC POSITIONING STATEMENT:

Arc GLOW will serve as a model, high quality human service provider that develops innovative and responsive programs to meet the needs of the people we serve in a financially sustainable way. Our caring, professional, and well-trained staff are committed to providing the highest quality of care possible.