The Arc Job Opportunities
Serving infants, children and adults with and at risk of intellectual and developmental disabilities since 1954.
We are currently recruiting for the following positions: (updated 3-26-09)
Direct Support Professionals (Community Living, Residential Support)
The Community Living Direct Support Professional (DSP) for The Arc of the Piedmont is responsible for the implementation of person-centered plans through teaching and assisting the people we support in a community based residential setting. DSP’s maintain required documentation and reporting, assist with personal care as needed, foster a warm and caring home environment and initiate in-home and community based recreation activities. A high school diploma or equivalent is required and, as always, we seek creative innovative individuals with an eye towards providing the greatest quality of life possible for the people we support.
The Arc provides paid trainings such as Medication Administration, CPR and First Aid, all of which are required for employment. We have day, evening, overnight and weekend shifts available. Full-time and Part-time positions available. The starting rate is $10.25/hour. Relief positions are also available, working on an as needed basis, starting at $10.00/hour. Please submit The Arc of the Piedmont application to apply.
Direct Support Professionals (In-Home Support Services)
The In-Home Direct Support Professional (DSP) with the Arc of the Piedmont is responsible for the implementation of person-centered plans through teaching and assisting the people we support. Maintains required documentation and reports, assists with personal care as needed, and initiates in-home and community based recreation activities. A High School diploma or equivalent is required and, as always, we seek creative innovative individuals with an eye towards providing the greatest quality of life possible for the people we support. This is a unique opportunity to support children and adults with developmental disabilities in their home. The Arc provides paid trainings such as Medication Administration and CPR which are required for employment.
Our needs and hours for In-Home support vary, so please feel free to contact our Human Resources Office at 434-977-4002 (x 123) to inquire. The starting rate for In-Home DSP’s is $10.25/hour. Relief positions are also available, working on an as needed basis, starting at $10.00/hour. We offer paid training, paid time off, as well as a great benefits package. Please submit The Arc of the Piedmont application to apply.
LPN’s: On-Call (Residential Support Services)
The Arc of the Piedmont seeks Licensed Practical Nurses to work in one of our group residential homes which serves people with developmental and intellectual disabilities. The LPN participates in the implementation and evaluation of the care of the people we support; ensures their health, comfort and safety; coordinates and oversees physicians appointments; and administers and documents medications. This position requires a high school diploma and certification in VA as a licensed practical nurse. Must be familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures, and relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
The On-Call LPN will primarily be on-call during weekends to administer medications as needed, though may be called upon at other times during the week. These are hourly positions beginning at $17.00 an hour, and $4.50 an hour for each hour on-call. Please submit The Arc of the Piedmont application to apply.
The Arc currently has the following contracting positions available:
none available at this time
Contact Eric Van Der Loo, Human Resources Director
evanderloo@thearcofthepiedmont.org
(434) 977-4002 ext. 23
509 Park St., Charlottesville, VA 22902