Relief Direct Support Professional

We are seeking Relief Direct Support Professionals, who are available 15 hours per month. This position requires ability to float and travel between houses located in Girard and Lake City.

L'Arche Erie provides a wonderful opportunity to share life with adults with intellectual disabilities. We attend to daily living responsibilities and personal care/needs of the core members (residents) in a home setting. We discover the value and gifts of each person through our mutual friendships and time spent together. We change hearts one at a time---the next one could be yours!

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Assisting individuals with daily living tasks including personal care
• Assure safety measures of the home are carried out
• Assist in the implementation of Support plans and adherence to State Regulations
• Remain awake during scheduled hours
• Daily documentation and upkeep of records
• Medication Administration
• Cooking
• Upkeep of the home/vehicles
• Provide transportation
• Participate in meetings of the house, team and community
• Meet all training/in-service requirements as well as L'Arche formations
• Encourage and participate in daily home activities, social outings, etc.

Qualifications and Skills:

• High School diploma/GED
• Valid driver's license
• Criminal History/Clearances and Driving Record
• Experience working with persons with Intellectual disabilities
• Positive, caring attitude
• Promptness, dependability and flexibility

Schedule and placement in the home may fluctuate. Schedules are created to meet the needs of the home.

L’Arche Erie, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.