There is no one “type” of person qualified to be a L’Arche assistant. People join us from many different backgrounds and walks of life. L’Arche Cleveland will provide you with the necessary training to thrive in your role, as well as on-going development as it relates to both your role as a direct support professional and life in an intentional community.
Apply OnlineEmail Us Your QuestionsL’Arche assistants are highly trained direct support professionals. L’Arche is unique because our assistants have the opportunity to live in the homes with the adults with developmental disabilities (we call them Core Members). To be a L’Arche assistant is to be a friend. Friendships in L’Arche are genuine, mutual, and meaningful . Assistants live and serve alongside core members to build an intentional and inclusive community where everyone can thrive. We serve one another and learn from each other through daily life. We strive to make the ordinary moments of each day – cooking, going on a walk, attending appointments, going out for coffee – a bit more extraordinary by doing it together. We support each other to be in healthy relationships, to make progress on our goals, and live full and balanced lives. At L’Arche, every person’s gifts are embraced and celebrated.
When those with intellectual disabilities (core members) in the homes need support at doctors’ appointments, with medication administration, banking, and shopping, assistants are trained to support them. Assistants maintain records and paperwork in compliance with the Department of Developmental Disabilities, and help with implementation of therapeutic interventions. Assistants care for the homes, grocery shop, prepare meals and provide the necessary transportation for community outings.
Assistants are caregivers that help keep our community running. They support Core Members in life goals, activities of daily living, financial management, medical care, transportation, and so much more.
Apply to be an assistant in one of our four homes.
The House Leader is responsible for overseeing the home and nurturing the growth and direction of assistants and core members. While fostering an attitude of shared leadership, the House Leader develops and implements core member programs in accordance with state and county regulations, policies, and procedures.
Email Jen to learn more about our open House Leader position.