What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional position at The Arc of Bristol County?
Company Overview
The Arc of Bristol County dba ProAbility, is a dedicated non-profit organization committed to supporting individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities. We provide a wide range of community-based services across Massachusetts and Rhode Island, ensuring that our clients receive the care and support they need in various settings.
Available Shifts - Job #/Schedule (Please include job number with application):
- #1665 - Monday-Saturday, variable hours (may work up to 4 evenings per month), 25 hrs/wk
- #1666 - Monday-Saturday, variable hours (may work up to 4 evenings per month), 25 hrs/wk
General Description
A Support Staff works in the Family Support Department within Agency with Choice, Individualized Home Supports, and Adult Companion Services. Staff works in conjunction with supported individuals to understand their strengths, needs, and desires for services. Staff’s role is to assist the individual’s participation in normative home and community-based activities, centering on the individual’s person-centered goals. Goals focus on maintaining and increasing independence; encouraging self-advocacy skills including helping individuals to make their own choices, free from judgement; building on community connections; encouraging good health and wellness; and forming positive and healthy relationships.
Job Responsibilities:
- Works with individual on set goals and objectives under chosen services
- Works, as appropriate, with the family in implementing chosen goals
- Completes established documentation for reporting on goals after each shift with individual and follows protocol for submitting this documentation
- Supports individuals in achieving and maintaining personal well-being and safety
- Completes timesheet, obtains family signature for verification of work, and submits according to due date schedule
- Implements Positive Behavioral Supports
- Treats individuals/family with dignity and respect
- Provides transportation as required
- Supports individuals in achieving and maintaining personal well-being and safety
- All other job related duties as assigned by supervisor or Director.
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED is required, and at least one year of relevant experience in working on skills development with individuals with intellectual disabilities or Autism is preferred. Additional qualifications may apply for certain individuals based on their specific needs.
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities, we invite you to apply today and join our dedicated team at The Arc of Bristol County!
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $20.50 per hour
Expected hours: 25 per week
Work Location: In person
Salary : $21