Emotional Support Specialist

Location

Albany, NY | United States

Job description

Are you looking to further your career with an award-winning "Top Workplace" employer? Are you a Direct Support Professional (DSP) looking for opportunities for upward career growth? The Arc Lexington has an opening for an Emotional Support Specialist (ESS), where you will provide guidance and training to our Residential team on behavioral approaches and supportive measures that best guide the people we support. If you are looking for a meaningful career where you can truly influence someone's life, then your search ends here!

Qualifications:

• A High School Diploma and three years' experience working with people with developmental disabilities is required.
  • Associate's degree in a Human Services field with one year of experience working with people with developmental disabilities is preferred.
• Valid NYS Driver's License with use of own vehicle is required.

The Arc Lexington Benefits

• Starting rates range from $18.75-$19.75
• Tuesday- Saturday 9:30-6pm shift
• Tuition Assistance
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Training: Classroom and Hands on Training provided
• Comprehensive and Affordable Benefits: All employees receive FREE Telemedicine and EAP!

Join The Arc Lexington Team and start creating a difference in the lives of the people we support today!

The Arc Lexington provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status or any other status protected by applicable laws ("each a "Protected Characteristic"). This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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Salary

$18.75 - $19.75 per hour