The Arc Central Chesapeake Region Career Corner
Stop by to learn more about current opportunities!
Location
The Commons : Main Street
Date & Time
May 8, 2024, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Description
Are you interested in pursuing a career in social services and disability advocacy? Stop by the Career Corner and chat with The Arc!
The Arc Central Chesapeake Region is offering opportunities for candidates with majors in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related fields. Additionally, graduates and undergraduates who possess a minimum of three years of experience working with individuals who have intellectual or developmental disabilities for roles in Direct Support or as Behavioral Health Associates.
The Arc Central Chesapeake Region is a nonprofit organization that provides support and services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and their families in the central Chesapeake region. The organization aims to enhance the lives of people with disabilities by offering various programs and resources tailored to their needs.
Services provided by The Arc Central Chesapeake Region include residential support, vocational training, employment assistance, advocacy, and community integration programs. They work towards promoting inclusion, independence, and empowerment for individuals with IDD, helping them lead fulfilling lives and become active members of their communities.
The organization also offers educational initiatives, workshops, and support groups for families and caregivers to ensure they have the necessary tools and information to support their loved ones with disabilities effectively.
"At The Arc, we believe in people, community, and opportunity. We lead with a person-centered approach, rooted in the services we provide to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. By investing in our employees, who use their skills and experiences, we make our vision of equity and access for people with disabilities to be fully included in the community where they live a reality."
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Please note: UMBC is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive environment for all faculty, staff, students, and visitors. If you would like to request accommodations (e.g., ASL interpreters, captioning, wheelchair access, etc.) for this event, please notify us at least two weeks prior to the event. Requests received after that time cannot be guaranteed, but we will do our best to make arrangements for program access. Please contact the event host (careers@umbc.edu) with your specific request and be sure to include the event title, date, and time.
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