Direct Support Professional at Arc of Greater New Orleans – Metairie, Louisiana

A group of concerned parents joined forces in 1953 to provide better lives for their children who, because of developmental delays and intellectual disabilities, were not able to participate in everyday society. At the time, little was known about intellectual disabilities. It was very common for doctors to counsel parents to place their children in institutions for most of their lives.

Emboldened by their collective desire to raise their children in the home and their refusal to accept that institutionalization was the only option, groups around the country organized and implemented action plans at the local level to give their children fuller lives in the community.

Our independent local 501(c)(3) nonprofit is known as Arc of Greater New Orleans. We currently serve over 500 children and adults in Jefferson, Orleans, St. Bernard, Plaquemines, and St. Tammany parishes.

Are you looking for a career that makes a difference in your local community? Join us at the Arc of Greater New Orleans! We are actively hiring an Direct Support Professional to work with our Supported Employment team.

Summary

The Direct Support Professional for Supported Employment shall assist individuals with developmental disabilities in various supported employment roles including janitorial, retail, shirt printing, and hospitality. Staff are responsible for ensuring clients are supported in their work environments and transported safely between group employment sites.

Essential Job Functions

• Support clients in performing job duties across multiple employment settings including janitorial, retail, shirt printing, and hospitality.
• Transport clients between group employment sites using a reliable personal vehicle with valid insurance.
• Assist clients with lifting and moving items weighing up to 30–40 pounds as needed.
• Ensure work areas are clean, organized, and safe for clients.
• Monitor and report client progress and participation in employment activities.
• May be required to perform other non-specified duties.

Education/Experience Requirements

• Experience in direct support roles or working with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred
• Reliable transportation
• Ability to pass DOT physical
• Valid Louisiana driver’s license and auto insurance required.
• Ability to lift and move 30–40 pounds constantly

Disclaimer:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any tim,e with or without notice. This job description shall not constitute or be construed as a promise of employment or as a contract between the Arc of Greater New Orleans and any of its employees.

EEO Statement

The Arc of Greater New Orleans is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability-protected veteran status, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Individuals who require reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act in order to participate in the search process should notify the Human Resources department.