Direct Support Professional Job Slingerlands New York USA,Healthcare

Location: Slingerlands

Description

Direct Support Professionals – Albany County

WWAARC currently has Full-time and Part-Time Direct Support Professional positions available in our Residential programs. Our Residential programs have availability throughout Albany County and shifts can be days, evenings, weekends, overnights (sleep or awake). The DSP rate of pay is $20.00 per hour plus differentials. This is an hourly position. DSPs support and care for people with intellectual and 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?

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 ARC.org or contact ApplyatWWA 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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