Hiring Assistants (DSPs)
Location: Erie, Millcreek, Fairview, Lake City, and Girard
Description: L’Arche Erie provides a wonderful opportunity to share life with adults with intellectual disabilities. We attend to daily living responsibilities and personal care/needs of the core members (residents) in a home setting. We discover the value and gifts of each person through our mutual friendships and time spent together. We change hearts one at a time—the next one could be yours!
Responsibilities and Duties:
Assisting individuals with daily living tasks including personal care
Assure safety measures of the home are carried out
Assist in the implementation of Support plans and adherence to State Regulations
Remain awake during scheduled hours
Daily documentation and upkeep of records
Medication Administration
Cooking
Upkeep of the home/vehicles
Provide transportation
Participate in meetings of the house, team and community
Meet all training/in-service requirements as well as L’Arche formations
Encourage and participate in daily home activities, social outings, etc.
Qualifications and Skills:
High School diploma/GED
Valid driver’s license
Criminal History/Clearances and Driving Record
Experience working with persons with Intellectual disabilities
Positive, caring attitude
Promptness, dependability, and flexibility
Schedule and placement in the home may fluctuate. Schedules are created to meet the needs of the home.
L’Arche Erie, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
