About this role
Are you ready to build meaningful, lasting friendships that challenge your perspective and allow you to see the world differently?
As a DSP at L’Arche Erie, you will support adults with disabilities in daily tasks, fostering a home of trust, care, and mutual growth.
• Desire to work with, to learn from, and to relate to people with intellectual disabilities
• Desire to work in an inclusive and diverse community
• Independence, initiative and professionalism as demonstrated by:
o Ability to work cooperatively and constructively as part of a team o Ability to take responsibility for health and safety of others o Ability to work with individuals of different religious affiliation, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, etc.
Qualifications:
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to fulfill a flexible schedule, including weekends
• Ability to lift at least 40 lbs. and transfer individuals
• Satisfactory criminal background check
• High School diploma or equivalent
Duties and responsibilities (training is provided):
• Supports individuals with disabilities in:
o Personal care needs (clothing, hygiene, eating, etc.), money management, medical care, appointments, family and work connections, household chores, laundry, medications, meal preparation, transportation o Track individuals’ goals, support plans and outcomes; documenting information as needed o Communicating and self-advocating effectively with doctors and other professionals
• Participates on a team, including sharing responsibility for:
o Household maintenance, housekeeping, laundry, cleaning, meal prep, property upkeep, shopping, and household financial management o Scheduled routines o Regularly scheduled meetings o Overnight awake routines as needed
• Builds a relationship of mutual care and support with people with disabilities
• Observes the rights and personal dignity of others
• Fosters a home life of unity, mutual respect, and participation by all members
• Learns and implements the policies and procedures of L’Arche
• Assists in the implementation of Individualized Support Plans and adheres to state regulations
• Communicates and advocates effectively with doctors and other professionals
• Participates in the functions and life of the community
• Completes other duties as assigned
Schedules are based on the needs of the individuals and their homes. Flexibility of schedule is required.
L’Arche Erie is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
$19.00 per hour