Employment Opportunities
The Arc of Harris County seeks passionate employees who believe in working to promote the full inclusion of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in our community. All applicants undergo a background check and are given equal consideration regardless of race, age, sex, color, nation of origin, disability, religion, or veteran status.
Direct Support Staff
We welcome you and your skills and talents on our team. In this position, you will provide direct service and support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities participating in our Weekend Respite program. Weekend Respite is two weekends per month, Friday evening to Saturday afternoon at our respite house in partnership with The Harris Center.
Duties:
In coordination with the supervisor, you will provide quality support to individuals served by developing a rapport with the individuals and families with which you are working.
Represent The Arc of Harris County in a professional manner with participants, families, and the community.
Supervise designated participants and actively participate in the programs.
Assist with ensuring inclusion of participants while participating in activities.
Safely drive vehicles with up to 15 passengers to and from activities when required.
Other duties as assigned by Director of Programs and on-site supervisor.
Qualifications:
Professional or volunteer experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Ability to obtain CPR certification.
Ability to bend, stoop, carry, and lift light to moderate items and potentially assist participants with wheelchair transfers.
Valid driver’s license with clean driving record and proof of liability insurance.
Ability to pass a background check.
Bilingual is a plus.
U.S. work authorization required.
Schedule:
Two overnight weekends (Friday-Sunday) a month
Experience:
Caregiving 1 year (Preferred)
Compensation:
$500 per weekend
Note: The above information in this job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.