We at The Arc of the Quad Cities Area are searching for compassionate and patient Direct Support Professionals to help enhance the individuals that we serve lives!

At The Arc, our mission is to empower people with disabilities to believe in their own unique abilities and achieve their full potential by providing quality, innovative services that focus on inclusion, advocacy, independence, employment, meaningful community life, and personal happiness. Our team seeks a skilled Direct Support Professional to join us in assisting individuals with disabilities in their journey toward learning, growth, and independence. If you have a passion for working with adults who have intellectual and developmental disabilities, and if you enjoy providing support to their clinical teams and families, we would love to have the opportunity to meet you and discuss this exciting opportunity further.

As a Direct Support Professional, your responsibilities will include demonstrating compassion towards our residents, ensuring their safety, and creating a nurturing environment. You will play a crucial role in promoting independence and personal choice by guiding individuals in acquiring essential skills, assisting with daily tasks such as cooking and cleaning, organizing outings, accompanying them to appointments, and providing personal care and hygienic routines.

We encourage you to refer to the job description for a detailed overview of the requirements and duties associated with this position. This role offers a unique opportunity to positively impact the lives of individuals with disabilities, and we look forward to meeting candidates who share our dedication and passion for this vital work.

Currently, the positions we open are:

• Full-time, 2nd Shift in Residential, ranging from 30-40 hours per week.

Please note that these positions will require availability for every other or every weekend.

Full-time Employees can enjoy a benefits package that includes 13 paid holidays, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Health, Vision, Dental Insurance, Pension Plan, 401k Retirement Plan, Employee discounts at RIFAC, Verizon, and more!

"We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status."