Direct Support Professional (DSP II)
About Arc Of Greater New OrleansA group of concerned parents joined forces in 1953 to provide better lives for their children who, because of developmental delays and intellectual disabilities, were not able to participate in everyday society. At the time, little was known about intellectual disabilities. It was very common for doctors to counsel parents to place their children in institutions for most of their lives.Emboldened by their collective desire to raise their children in the home and their refusal to accept that institutionalization was the only option, groups around the country organized and implemented action plans at the local level to give their children fuller lives in the community.Are you looking for a career that makes a difference in your local community? Join us at the Arc of Greater New Orleans! We are actively hiring Direct Support Professionals for both day and night shifts.SummaryOur Direct Support Professionals in our Supported Living Services department are the first point of contact between the Arc of Greater New Orleans and our participants. They are responsible for the overall direct support of program participants assigned. They are responsible for participant needs (hygiene, chores. outings, etc.). Direct Support Professionals must be alert and able to respond to participant needs at all times while supporting a normalizing home that encourages independence.Essential Job FunctionsResponsible for daily decisions concerning DSP services within the policy/procedure guidelinesCommunicating with their program supervisor regarding participant related activitiesMaintaining a caring and safe environment for participantsCompleting scheduled training and continued educationWorking with the participant, family, case manager, and team to develop and implement a service planPracticing preventative safety/health care techniques, including immediate treatment of illnessActs as a skilled trainer based on participant needs (i.e., cooking, chores, budgeting, etc.)Implements and documents outcomes and methods per ISP and/or Behavior ManagementAdvocates for all participants, as appropriateDrives morning or afternoon route, including picking up participants from their homes or dropping them off at their homesEducation/Experience RequirementsHigh school diploma or GED preferred1-2 years of verified work experience instead of high school diplomaPrevious experience working with persons with developmental disabilities is preferredCell phone with data plan requiredMust have a valid LA driver's licenseWorking Conditions & Physical DemandsThis role requires heavy activity, including sitting, standing, walking, carrying, and prolonged periods of activity while assisting another personThis position requires the ability to lift both light and heavy items as needed, occasionallyAbility to drive another person to and from various locationsDisclaimerPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice. This job description shall not constitute or be construed as a promise of employment or as a contract between the Arc of Greater New Orleans and any of its employees.EEO StatementThe Arc of Greater New Orleans is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability-protected veteran status, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Individuals who require reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act in order to participate in the search process should notify the Human Resources department.The Pay Range For This Role Is10 - 10 USD per hour(Fontana)