RESIDENTIAL SERVICES

COMMUNITY HOMES

Supported Living Homes

Community based mental health residential services

OTHER SUPPORT

INDIVIDUALIZED SUPPORT FOR PEOPLE OF ALL ABILITIES

Individualized Supports, are provided in the home and the community to address specific goals outlined in the Individualized Support Plan (ISP) process. Individual Supports are one-on-one services offered to individuals in their homes, schools, communities and other settings of the person’s choice. A strong emphasis is placed on positive family and peer interactions. Services are focused on self-care needs, emotional supports, daily activities, recreational opportunities, social development, safety awareness and additional skill building strategies.

Individualized Support

Individual Supports are one-on-one services offered to individuals in their homes, schools, communities and other settings of the person’s choice. A strong emphasis is placed on positive family and peer interactions. Services are focused on self-care needs, emotional supports, daily activities, recreational opportunities, social development, safety awareness and additional skill building strategies. For more information on other services like clinical and nursing support, click here.

OTHER SUPPORT

COMMUNITY HOMES

We operate more than 70 (74 actual at the moment) group homes as well as six independent living apartments and minimum supervision situations in Allegheny, Butler, Beaver, Clearfield, Jefferson, Indiana and Washington counties. At each site, direct care professionals assist in providing a relaxing, enjoyable atmosphere combined with teaching the necessary skills to maintain day-to-day living. AHS also provides structured community outings, vacations and events which allow people or individuals, and their network to achieve appreciation for the other.

In a home-like environment, individuals are able to receive the support and supervision needed to cook, clean, shop and engage in all facets of daily living. Individuals learn self-care, mobility, personal and social development, communication and language and money management skills.

Supported Living Homes

In this program, one or more adults share an apartment or other residence in the community. They live on their own, but receive support services and assistance from staff on an as needed basis. The goal of the Supported Living program is to allow clients to graduate to a completely independent setting. For some individuals, these environments along with regular staff visits become their long-term home.

Community based mental health residential services

Through a contract with Washington County Behavioral Health & Developmental Services, AHS provides consumers with mental illness and/or co-occurring substance abuse disorders with Housing Case Management as well as limited financial assistance to procure and maintain independent living arrangements both alone or in a shared environment according to the consumer’s choice. Case managers assist with finding a safe, affordable location, interpretation of leasing agreements and ongoing landlord-tenant negotiations.

WHAT SETS US APART

Arc focuses on quality of life and happiness to the individuals that we serve from school age through adulthood that lets the individual grow with Arc. Arc offers a comprehensive, multiple programs (clinical, nursing, community participation services, advocacy, employment, etc) that is built into the residential program. At Arc, we encourage outside of the box thinking and creativity in supporting the individuals we support to lead productive and fulling lives. Direct Support Professionals working at Arc, encourage community involvement and assistance in developing personal and meaningful relationships with others. Our residential homes are safe and well maintained and provide a home environment to those residing there. We encourage family style nutritious meals which allows the persons support team to have meals and socialize with people receiving support.

MAKE A DIFFERENCE

A GREAT PLACE TO WORK

If you’re looking for a meaningful and rewarding job that offers flexible hours and a comfortable workplace that promotes teamwork, then Arc Human Services is perfect for you. We match each staff member with the right individual and location, we offer opportunities for advancement and ongoing training,

Once an application is completed online, a recruiter will contact the candidate for an interview. If the candidate is selected, they will receive an offer letter that includes their proposed schedule, primary site location and items that need to be completed prior to orientation like physical information.

We host multi-day orientations as well as onsite shadowing and training for approximately 40 hours, then provide ongoing training throughout employment. These trainings are provided by the Agency Nurse, Program Specialist, Behavior Specialist and are specific to the individuals served. Online training provided through Relias. Additional training as needed provided from the HCQU.

People who are interested in growing with the company will be trained and mentored in aspects of the job that they are interested in attaining.

Each homes’ schedule is created to meet the unique needs of the individuals in the home. Each home has the ability to adapt schedules as needed to meet the needs of the people we support. Staff are categorized as full time (guaranteed 40 hours a week with full benefits) part time- (guaranteed less than 40 hours a week, partial benefits) or on call (guaranteed 0-30 hours a week with more flexibility in choosing shifts.

Meaningful and rewarding job
Flexibility
Comfortable workplace-promote teamwork
Match staff with the right individuals and location
Opportunities for advancement- ongoing training
Company thinks of the DSP first when looking at incentives, salary, compensation, etc

Once an application is completed online, a recruiter will contact the candidate for an interview. If the candidate is selected, they will receive an offer letter that includes their proposed schedule, primary site location and items that need to be completed prior to orientation like physical information.

Community based mental health residential services

Arc Human Services provides a community residential rehabilitation program which provides a stable and supportive setting for persons with serious mental illness. Residents live in a home-like setting where they receive counseling and rehabilitation appropriate to their individual levels of function, enabling them to progress at their own pace from the transitional living situation to living independently in the community. Referrals are accepted from the Base Service Units and authorized by the County. AHS has two licensed homes in Washington as well as Specialized Housing – a program to address and meet the unique needs of those living with mental illness – in Butler and Beaver Counties.

“I love working at Arc…

…and being able to enjoy the smiles and happiness from my individuals’ faces when we go on adventures and have new experiences; it just melts my heart.”

ABOUT

Our work enables individuals of all abilities to fulfill their ambitions, protect their rights and foster meaningful relationships at home, at work and in their communities.
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Arc Human Services
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CAREERS

A career at Arc Human Services provides life-enriching work in a family-friendly environment with advancement opportunities and flexible schedules.

ADVOCACY

Our Advocacy and Self-Advocacy programs encourage and empower individuals with disabilities to use their voice and speak up for what they want.
Family Resources
Self Advocacy Resources

DONATE

Your support helps us to offer in-home and group home settings, job coaching, advocacy training, camps and social activities. The people who work at this organization truly love helping!