Madison Cortland ARC: Direct Support Professional Iii Residential

$750 SIGN ON BONUS!JOIN OUR TEAM now and make a difference in the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities!

Our mission is to advocate for and provide support and services to people with developmental and other disabilities, emphasizing choice and full community engagement.

The Direct Support Professional provides self-care training and assistance in daily living to individuals with developmental disabilities residing in a group home setting.We offer great benefits including but not limited to:* Medical, dental, vision and prescription Insurance* Retirement savings plan (401K) with employer match* Tuition assistance* Paid benefit time* Paid holidaysRESPONSIBILITIES: Support the residents to ensure their safety and well-being.

Observe, document, and communicate pertinent information such as behaviors, nursing, nutrition, clinical issues, etc., to facilitate assessment and development of treatment goals and to ensure care for individuals.

Administer medications as prescribed by Physician, per regulations.

Assist with therapeutic activities such as physical exercises, occupational arts and crafts, and recreational games.

Demonstrate and assist with activities such as bathing and dressing to train residents in daily self-care practices.

Converse with residents to reinforce positive behaviors and to promote social interaction.

Prepare and serve meals; dine with residents to act as a role model.

Assist residents in mobility, hygiene, and any other tasks in which assistance or direction is necessary.

Use behavior management techniques and physical interventions as directed in the individual behavior plans.

Attend to routine health care needs of residents under supervision of medical personnel.

May transport individuals in agency vehicle to appointments, shopping, or recreational activities.QUALIFICATIONS: High School diploma or GED preferred.

Some shifts require a valid NYS driver’s license with a driving record that is in accordance with the requirements of our Liability/Automotive Insurance carrier.The Arc of Madison Cortland is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All candidates for employment and employees receive equal consideration without regard to age, race, religion, color, national/ethnic origin, gender, gender identity, marital status, disability, military/veteran status, criminal conviction status (provided such conviction does not prevent the employee from being eligible to hold the position or pose a danger or threat to the individuals we support), pregnancy, domestic violence victim status, paid family leave or family medical leave status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.