Direct Support Professionals (DSP/Care Providers) provide a variety of activities to adults with developmental disabilities. It could be within the home setting, attending our Day Programs, recreational activities in their home and in the community. Working with a team, DSPs assist program participants with daily living skills, personalized goals, arts and crafts, sensory activities, and accompany on outings in the community such as concerts, local parks, farm markets, lunch outings, and so much more!

Please apply online at arcglow.org/careers. 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, Part Time and Per Diem opportunities
• All shifts are available. (Pay differential for sites staffed 24 hours). 

WHAT WOULD I BE DOING?

• Provides daily care to the people we support with developmental, intellectual and/or physical disabilities.
• Assists and encourages the people we support to care for immediate personal needs.
• Assists with planning daily activities and participates in the activities in small groups.
• Documents all program data accurately and timely.
• Provide transportation as needed with agency vehicles. 
• Use various software platforms for specific job functions. 
• All full time DSP’s in the residential program will be required to obtain and maintain medication certification. 
• Meal preparation. 
• Working in a team environment.
• Has a drive to help others with their personal goals

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).
• Possesses computer skills.

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.