Job Description
Job Description
Here at The Arc Gloucester, we offer the unique opportunity to combine your professional experience with your passion to help individuals with intellectual or development disabilities
For more than 60 years The Arc Gloucester has provided innovative programs and services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We have made a difference in the lives of many people and are very proud of that. But it's the individuals we service who bring our programs to life with their creativity, excitement, humor, talent, and so much more!
Direct Support Professionals (DSP) provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities served by The Arc Gloucester and help these individuals reach their fullest potential in accordance with their IHP’s by creating a nurturing environment and maintaining programmatic needs in compliance. This position is supervised by a residential manager.
Evening, Overnight & Weekend shifts available. MUST BE AVAILABLE TO WORK WEEKENDS
Excellent Benefits Package :
- Pay Rate : Training rate of $18.14 per hour with a post-training rate of $19.50
- $250 Referral Bonus
- Holiday pay
- Healthcare benefits, including medical, dental and vision
- Retirement Plans (employer contribution)
DSPs provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities served by The Arc Gloucester and help these individuals reach their fullest potential in accordance with their IHP’s by creating a nurturing environment and maintaining programmatic needs in compliance.
Position : Non-exempt. Flexible hours. Must be available for emergency coverage beyond regularly scheduled hours and at least 1 weekend shift. Locations available throughout Gloucester County. This position is supervised by a Residential Manager.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities :
Provide direct care to individuals and empower them to reach their fullest potential in accordance with their ISPs / IHPsAssist individuals into and out of bed, van or wheelchair, to lavatory, up and down stairs, and with the activities of daily living (ADLs) e.g. dress, bath, and groom self-using proper body mechanics, adaptive equipment, and ensuring the safety of all concernedAccompany individuals served outside the home, as a guide, companion and aide (e.g. shopping, religious activities, friends and family gatherings, etc.)Transporting individuals served and driving agency vehicle in a safe, lawful mannerAdminister prescribed medications, using the approved medication administration policies and proceduresAssist with purchasing, preparing, and serving food for individuals while following special prescribed dietsProvide a supportive home environment for the individual by maintaining a clean, positive, healthy, and stimulating environment while ensuring adequate supervision at all timesComply with supervisory directives, relevant internal and external policies and procedures, and applicable Federal, State, and local regulations, in a timely and comprehensive mannerMaintain daily electronic and / or written records of billable services performedConduct required safety drills as directed by the Program Supervisors or their designeeEffectively plan and manage recreational activities of the individual’s interest level and at the individual’s pace, including organizing, implementing and participating in community activitiesPrimary department, work location and schedule may varyMaintain confidentialityComply with the DDD Program Manual, The Arc Gloucester Policies and Procedures Manual and applicable state, local and federal regulations, including any COVID-19 vaccination mandates & policiesMust cooperate and participate in reviews, investigations, and inspections, including but not limited to DHS Licensing and DHS staffOccasional management responsibilities, including assisting with trainings, planning, workflow, and problem solvingComplete and maintain required trainingAdditional responsibilities as requiredQualifications :
High School diploma or general education degree (GED), and must be 18 years of age or olderMust have a current, non-probationary driver’s license with 5 points or less, and deemed acceptable to drive by The Arc Gloucester’s liability insurance companyMaintain active CPR / First Aide certificationProficient in basic computer, math, reading comprehension, and verbal and written communication skillsMust know how to cook and prepare mealsKnowledge or experience with supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities is preferredSuccessfully pass initial and ongoing State / Federal Criminal Background checks, including Fingerprinting, CARI checks, Central Registry checks and drug screensPhysical Requirements :
While performing the essential functions of this position, the following are required, with or without reasonable accommodation :
Ability to sit, drive, stand and walk for extended periods of timeAbility to operate computers, phone, and other relevant technologyPhysical duties, including but not limited to carrying, driving, general lifting (at least 50 lbs., occasionally up to 100 lbs.), assisting with transferring and lifting of individuals, pushing and pulling (resistance of at least 25 lbs.), bending, twisting, squatting, cleaning, and climbing stairsVaccinated against COVID-19