Direct Support Professional- Part Time Days

Join us at The Arc of Chemung-Schuyler as a Part-Time Direct Support Professional and make a real difference in the lives of individuals in need. Work onsite in Elmira, providing essential care and support during the day shift. Earn a competitive pay ranging from $16.75 to $19.00 per hour. You will be provided great benefits such as Paid Time Off. If you are looking for part-time daytime hours, this role is perfect for you. Apply now and be part of a team that values smart problem solvers with a customer-centric approach.

We invest in your success. Join us at The Arc - Invest in a career, not just a job. We believe when we invest in your success, you advance your career, and that helps The Arc continue its leadership role in the disabilities arena in New York state. If you're looking for meaningful work that makes a real difference in people's lives, join us today to unlock your potential for growth and fulfillment in the Human Services field.

As a new Part-Time Direct Support Professional working day shifts from Monday to Friday from 5:30 am to 9:30 am, you can expect to provide hands-on assistance to individuals with disabilities, supporting their daily activities and fostering independence. Your tasks may include assisting with personal care routines, preparing meals, facilitating recreational activities, and maintaining a safe and clean environment. Join a dedicated team and make a positive impact every day.

To excel as a Part-Time Direct Support Professional, proficiency in assisting clients with daily personal tasks like bathing and dressing is essential. You should be adept at completing housekeeping duties and organizing client appointments efficiently. Strong communication skills are crucial for coordinating transportation and shopping for groceries, taking into account specific dietary requirements. Encouraging client engagement in social activities and communities with a person-centered approach is key to success in this role.

A positive attitude and a genuine desire to make a difference in the lives of others are paramount qualities for this position.

Knowledge and skills required for the position are:

• Assisting clients with daily personal tasks
• including bathing and dressing
• Completing housekeeping tasks such as vacuuming
• washing dishes and tidying
• Helping plan client appointments and organize a schedule
• Organizing with transportation arrangements to appointments
• Shopping for groceries and preparing meals that meet specific client dietary needs
• Encouraging client engagement in social networks and communities
• Providing person centered care with a positive attitude

So, what do you think? If you can meet these requirements and perform this job as described above, we would be happy to have you as part of our team!