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

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.

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 a Direct Support Professional to work with our Janitorial team.

Summary

The Direct Support Professional for Janitorial shall assist individuals with developmental disabilities working across multiple locations ensuring the cleanliness of each location, working with and helping to develop skills needed to maintain each facility, and completing documentation directly related to daily activities and tasks.

Essential Job Functions

• Support clients in performing job duties within the janitorial department
• 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.