Direct Support Professionals - Community Services Program

The Arc Wayne in Newark, NY, a Human Services Agency, is seeking entry-level full time and per diem/relief Direct Support Professionals (DSP) for our Community Services Program to provide services to both children and adults with developmental disabilities who live with their families in our community. Individuals with developmental and/or intellectual challenges and their Direct Support Professionals (or DSP's) work on individualized, tailor-made plans, in an appropriate combination of home and community settings to include training and assistance with daily living skills.

On-job paid training provided to learn all the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to be successful in the DSP role.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match
• Paid holidays
• Paid sick and vacation time

The Arc Wayne, a parent-based organization, advocates for and supports persons of all ages with or without disabilities. We assist individuals in taking their full, independent, productive place in society through an array of quality, individualized services. With compassion, understanding, and support, we connect individuals and families to a world of possibilities that promote independence. We are person-centered, respectful, reliable, inclusive, and dedicated to our community!

At The Arc Wayne, you'll have the opportunity to make a positive difference in someone's life while working with other great employees. We invest in our employees and help them achieve individual as well as team goals to reach their maximum potential. The Arc Wayne is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

As a Direct Support Professional for our Community Services Program, you will work alongside individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to provide person-centered support while promoting confidentiality, privacy, human dignity, uniqueness and physical and emotional well-being. You will support people to develop and maintain relationships, advocate for fairness and equity and full community participation, and will be responsible for the safety and well-being of individuals in their home and/or community settings.

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid New York State driver's license that meets Agency driver standards

Working in the community across Wayne County, New York.

Hours & schedule vary, full time and relief opportunities available.