Direct Support Professional Independent Living

Location: North Shore (Salem Swampscott Lynn Saugus etc.)

Schedule: Sunday 12pm-8pm Monday 12pm-8pm Thursday 12pm-8pm Friday 12pm-8pm and Saturday 12pm-8pm.

Target Salary: $23 - $24 hourly

Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on multiple factors including but not limited to the individuals experience education and internal equity.

Job Summary

At Northeast Arc we believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to live life on their own terms. Our Independent Living program supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in building the skills and confidence needed to thrive in their own homes and communities. As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) in Independent Living you will play a meaningful hands-on role in making that vision real.

Working in the community in a home setting with someone who lives independently you will provide guidance encouragement and practical support that empowers people to live as independently as possible. Northeast Arc staff come in on various days of the week to assist individuals in learning new skills and helping them maintain their status in the community. This role is as meaningful as it is impactful and it is a direct reflection of Northeast Arcs mission to change lives and discover abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality living supports and supervision for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities living independently in the community

• Teach support and facilitate choices for individuals within their homes and communities serving as a positive role model and assisting in the development of social skills

• Support individuals in building key independent living skills including safety practices medication administration and health nutrition housekeeping and financial management

• Encourage individual choice self-advocacy and active participation in the community

• Assist individuals in pursuing and achieving their personal goals and dreams

• Maintain accurate records and documentation in accordance with program and regulatory requirements

• Follow all Northeast Arc policies and procedures including Universal Precautions to ensure a safe and healthy environment for those supported

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required

• At least 1 year of Human Service experience strongly preferred

• Ability to develop and maintain a respectful caring tolerant ethical and empowering relationship with individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities

• Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral formats

• A genuine desire to assist people in achieving their dreams and goals

• Valid drivers license required

• Reliable personal vehicle required for client transportation

• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds stand for periods of time bend push wheelchairs provide physical intervention as necessary and be able to lift and/or transfer individuals

• Required certifications: First Aid CPR MAPs Vehicle Safety Human Rights and Fire Safety

• Must successfully complete and pass all required background checks as a condition of employment.

Benefits & Perks

At Northeast Arc we offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that supports your well-being and growth. Its our goal as an employer to provide an enriching and supportive environment for our employees and their families.

With that goal in mind we are proud to offer the following:

• Medical dental and vision coverage (for employees working an average 30 hours per week)

• Generous paid time off including vacation sick time and 12 paid holidays

• Flexible Spending Accounts (health care and dependent care)

• Group Life Insurance

• Additional voluntary insurance options and discount programs

• 403(b) retirement plan with limited company match

• Employee Assistance Program and Mental Health Hub

• Ongoing professional development (trainings conferences CEUs and more)

• eAcademy online learning platform

• Mileage reimbursement (where applicable)

• Additional perks including employee discounts and more

About Us

Northeast Arc is a non-profit organization with the goal of ensuring that children and adults with disabilities are able to live work engage in civic life and play in the community. Employment at Northeast Arc is more than just a job. We are a mission-driven agency committed to changing lives and discovering abilities. Whether its the individuals we serve or our employees who support them we know that each person has a unique set of skills and contributions to are an Equal Opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race ancestry color religion sex age marital status sexual orientation national origin medical condition disability veteran status or any other basis protected by law.

Keywords: Direct Support Professional Independent Living Intellectual Disabilities Developmental Disabilities Residential Support