What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional - AWAKE position at Warren, Washington, Albany Counties ARC?
One of our residential programs located in Queensbury, NY currently has a part-time 30-hour AWAKE Direct Support Professional (DSP) position available. The shift for this position is Saturday 9p-9a, Sunday 9p-6a, & Monday 9p-6a. The rate of pay for this position is $20.00 per hour differentials. This is an hourly position. DSPs support and care for people with intellectual or other developmental disabilities. This can include but is not limited to assisting the people with getting ready for the day or going to bed, cooking, cleaning, medication assistance, and participating in social/recreational activities in the community - and just plain have fun while making a difference! Want to be a WWAARC DSP and join our Team? Qualifications:
- 18 years of age or older
- Have a valid driver’s license
- High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred but not required
- No experience necessary What’s in it for You? You will work where you AND the work you do are valued! We offer:
- A positive work environment, focused on quality, professional growth, and development.
- Extensive paid training.
- A variety of employee discounts.
- Generous paid time off & sick time.
- Group health & dental insurance.
- Life insurance.
- 403(b) retirement plans.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Health Reimbursement Accounts (HRA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
- Shift Differentials and a DSP Sign-on Bonus ($1,500 for Full-Time 40-hour/$1,125 Part-Time 30-hour DSPs) for some programs/locations/positions.
- Some positions with the potential to make your own schedule.Ready to Apply/Transfer? To apply a completed WWAARC application is required. Applications can be submitted through our website at www.WWAARC.org or contact ApplyatWWA@caparcny.org to have the application emailed/mailed to you. As an Equal Opportunity Employer WWAARC will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, national origin, status as a protected veteran, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other characteristic protected under applicable law. WWAARC is dedicated to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
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