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About the Role

Arc of Onondaga is seeking compassionate and dedicated Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to provide support to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. DSPs provide hands-on assistance, instruction, encouragement, and guidance in program and community settings, helping the people we support achieve greater independence and live fulfilling lives.

Responsibilities

• Work with individuals to plan, coordinate, and participate in social, recreational, and community activities.
• Provide care, support, and guidance to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in program and community settings.
• Support individuals in directing the course of their own lives while promoting advocacy, self-confidence, choice, and independence.
• Promote the emotional, physical, and personal well-being of the people receiving support.
• Assist individuals with daily tasks, routines, and activities.
• Support individuals in developing essential life skills, including money management, shopping, household tasks, and other skills that promote independence.
• Assist with personal care and hygiene as needed.
• Build positive, respectful relationships while encouraging individuals to participate fully in their communities.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• A valid New York State driver's license is required.
• A compassionate, dependable, and person-centered approach.
• An interest in supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Work Type

• Full-Time

Education Level

• High school diploma or equivalent

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus
• Generous paid time off
• 12 paid holidays annually
• Vacation time
• Sick leave
• Personal days
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employee Resource Coordination Programs
• Employer-funded Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching contributions
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility
• Tuition reimbursement

About the Company

• Arc of Onondaga is committed to equal employment opportunity.

Equal Opportunity

• We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.