Direct Support Professionals – ResidentialActively Seeking Committed, Dedicated Candidates in the Fairmount & Westvale Areas!Full-Time, Part-Time Positions AvailableAre you passionate about helping others and making a meaningful difference in people's lives? Arc of Onondaga is seeking caring, dedicated individuals to join our team as Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) in residential settings.Whether you have experience as a caregiver, Home Health Aide (HHA), Direct Care Provider, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Personal Care Assistant (PCA), or are simply interested in pursuing a rewarding career in Human Services, we want to hear from you!As a DSP, you will provide hands-on assistance, guidance, and encouragement to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, helping them live fulfilling, meaningful, and increasingly independent lives.What You'll DoWork with individuals to plan, coordinate, and participate in social, recreational, and community activities.Provide compassionate care and support to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a home setting.Help the people you support direct the course of their own lives by promoting advocacy, self-confidence, choice, and independence.Support the emotional, physical, and personal well-being of the people receiving services.Assist with daily tasks, routines, and household activities.Teach and reinforce important life skills, including money management, shopping, meal preparation, and maintaining a home.Assist with personal care and hygiene as needed.Encourage community participation, personal growth, and independence.What We OfferAt Arc of Onondaga, we believe in supporting our employees while they support others. Our comprehensive benefits include:Excellent work-life balanceFlexible schedulingSign-On BonusGenerous paid time off, including:12 paid holidays annuallyVacation timeSick leavePersonal daysMedical, dental, and vision insuranceEmployee Resource Coordination ProgramsEmployer-funded Health Savings Account (HSA)401(k) retirement plan with employer matching contributionsPublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibilityTuition reimbursementOngoing professional development and career advancement opportunitiesSupportive, collaborative, and family-friendly workplace cultureQualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalentMust be at least 18 years of ageValid New York State driver's license preferredPrior experience in caregiving, direct support, healthcare, or human services is helpful but not requiredA compassionate, dependable, and respectful approach to supporting othersCommitment to promoting dignity, choice, independence, and inclusion Make a Difference Every DayIf you're looking for more than just a job-and want a career where your work has a direct and lasting impact-join the Arc of Onondaga team! Arc of Onondaga is committed to equal employment 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.
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