Direct Support Professional RES PT at THE ARC OF THE ST JOHNS INC

St. Augustine, Florida, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Apr, 26

Salary

18.5

Posted On

04 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Compassionate Caregiving, Teamwork, Communication, Reliability, Punctuality, Behavior-Support Strategies, Documentation, Assistance with Daily Living, Mobility Support, Skill-Building, Person-Centered Goals, Community Inclusion, Professionalism, Calmness Under Pressure, HIPAA Compliance, Safety Maintenance

Industry

Non-profit Organization Management

Description

Job Details Job Location: 2101 ARC DRIVE - ST AUGUSTINE, FL 32084 Position Type: Part Time Education Level: High School Salary Range: $17.00 - $18.50 Hourly Travel Percentage: Negligible Job Shift: Any Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services Part-Time Direct Support Professionals (DSP) — Evenings & Weekends Are you a compassionate caregiver looking for a supportive and inspiring work environment? At The Arc of the St. Johns, we prioritize collaboration, compassion, and a nurturing, team-based culture. You’ll work alongside dedicated Educators, Therapists, Nurses, and families to make a meaningful impact in the lives of adults with developmental disabilities in our residential programs. If you’re ready to grow professionally while changing lives, apply today and join our team! Position Details Pay: Starting at $17.00 Status: Part-time; consistent, set schedules Location: St. Augustine, Florida, St. Johns County Schedule Availability (choose one) Weekday Evenings: Two 3p–11p shifts (16 hours/week), Monday–Friday Weekends: 16 hours/week in either 10a–6p or 3p–11p (typically two 8-hour weekend shifts) Key Responsibilities Implement individualized support plans; promote person-centered goals and community inclusion Provide respectful assistance with activities of daily living (hygiene, meals, mobility) Support communication, skill-building, and meaningful daily routines Document services accurately; communicate observations to the team Maintain a safe, caring, professional home environment; follow HIPAA and agency policies Ideal Candidate Professional, calm, and compassionate—especially during challenging moments Reliable and punctual; honors assigned schedule blocks Great fit for students Willing to learn behavior-support strategies (training provided) Physically able to perform essential duties; able to lift/assist as needed Strong written/verbal communication and teamwork skills Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent Ability to pass background checks and drug screening Valid FL driver’s license and acceptable driving record preferred CPR/First Aid (or willingness to obtain—we train!)

Responsibilities

Direct Support Professionals implement individualized support plans and promote community inclusion for adults with developmental disabilities. They assist with daily living activities and maintain a safe, caring environment while documenting services and communicating with the team.