Direct Support Professional (DSP)

The Arc of Clarion and Venango Counties is now hiring full and part time Direct Support Professionals to help support people who experience disabilities in their homes and communities. If you are looking for a job that allows you to have fun, experience new things and to work for amazing people while helping them to achieve their goals, becoming a DSP is the career for you!

 Benefits to Working as a DSP

  • Starting rate is $12.50/hr.
  • ​No experience necessary.
  • Newly increased mileage reimbursement.
  • Medical benefits made available for full time employees after 60 days.
  • Paid time off for all staff after 60 days.
  • Paid training.
  • Great opportunities for advancement!

 DSP Responsibilities and Duties

  • Supporting people who experience disabilities in their homes and in the community.
  • Completing all programming documentation.
  • Maintain relationships and communication with families and outside agencies.
  • Advocating and promoting quality of life for the people being served by the Agency.

DSP Qualification Requirements

  • Have a High School Education, equivalent or greater.
  • Must be 21 years of age or older.
  • Must possess a valid PA Driver's License and have valid vehicle insurance, registration and inspection.
  • Must be able to pass a criminal background check and pre-employment drug screening.
  • Must be fexible. Days and hours can vary.

Find out more about Direct Support Professionals
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Program Specialist (PS)

   Program Specialist needed to support people who experience disabilities in the Clarion & Venango County area. The Program Specialist is responsible for the development of program plans for people who receive in home and community services and the supervision of all staff who provide support in these programs.

Benefits to Working as a PS

  • Starting rate is $16.00/hr.
  • Full time hours.
  • Company vehicle for work purposes.
  • Health benefits available after a probationary period.
  • Paid time off available after a probationary period.
  • The opportunity to make a difference!

PS Qualification Requirements

  • Must be 21 years of age or older.
  • Possess a valid PA drivers license.
  • Have acceptable required clearances.
  • A Bachelor's degree in related field and 2 years experience or an Associates degree and 4 years related experience is required.

How to Apply?

  • Call to schedule interview (814) 226-7033 Ext 308.
  • Email resume to cboden@thearcclarion.org​
  • Visit The Arc office location:
            1064 E Main St Clarion PA 16214.
  • ​Fill out an Application (below) and .
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