We are currently seeking compassionate and professional Direct Support Professionals. The Direct Support Professional instructs individuals in Activities of Daily Living and assist program individuals in the area of grooming, recreation, and activities of daily living, which may include toileting, feeding and showering.

Illustrative Examples of Work:

Assists in training and treatment plans as prescribed in specific areas under the direction of their supervisor. Reports on program individuals’ progress as required. Will assist program individuals with regard to recreational activities as stated on the monthly calendar. Participate in staff meetings and in-service trainings as necessary or as indicated by their supervisor. Assists program individuals with all grooming needs as required. Driving of Agency vehicles for the purpose of program participant transportation, shopping, or other related ICF business. Provide sensory and social stimulation to program individuals under the direction of the Recreational Therapist. Will assist those program individuals during mealtimes that are in need of assistance by obtaining utensils for them, pouring drinks, arranging wheelchairs, and wiping mouths. No actual feeding should take place. Other duties may include, but are not limited to: laundry, housecleaning, and procurement of groceries, meal preparation, and other tasks in maintaining an Intermediate Care Facility.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

To dress and comport oneself in a manner which is in keeping with good safety practices and which serves as an positive role model to individuals. Ability to complete paperwork in a thorough and timely manner. Ability to establish and maintain a good working relationship with individuals, family and community and other staff

Why People's Arc of Suffolk?

Our Career Paths provide education and advancement opportunities for every team members interested in advancing their careers in all our job roles such as direct support, education, behavioral and clinical services, administrative, Human Resources, and operations. It’s not just a job, it’s a career.

Paid training – CPR & First Aid, Defensive Driving, AMAP & Strategies for Crisis Intervention and prevention and many more development opportunities.