The Arc of NC’s Employer of Record
Employer of Record Services:
The Arc of North Carolina’s Employer of Record Services is an initiative of The Arc of North Carolina. It is a self-determination resource network which includes The Arc of NC and many of its affiliate chapters.
The Arc of North Carolina’s Employer of Record Services was created in response to individuals and families who were asking for a better way to receive supports and services for themselves or their family member with a disability.
We offer an innovative approach, rooted in the principles of self-determination, that supports individuals and families to control their services to the extent they desire by participating in such things as: developing unique job descriptions for their support staff, participating in the development of a personal budget, recruiting and screening potential support staff, managing and training staff.
The Arc of North Carolina’s Employer of Record Services shares with participants what anticipated costs will be, through the development of a personal budget, and tracks actual revenues and expenses, producing monthly reports to keep participants aware of their budget status.
The Arc of North Carolina’s Employer of Record Services is currently offering this approach to individuals who have the following funding sources:
- CAP/MR-DD
- MEDICAID
- MR/MI
- WAITING LIST
- PRIVATE PAY
- LOCAL SCHOOL FUNDS
Essentially, you would choose The Arc of North Carolina’s Employer of Record Services much like you would choose any “traditional” provider. We would need an idea of what funding is available for your supports. Typically, this would be a copy of your cost summary, which you may have or may be provided by a case manager. Then, we sit down with you and discuss how you want these funds to be used. We may discuss things such as: how often and when staff will work; what you wish to pay staff; what training is necessary; how involved you want us to be in recruiting and hiring, etc.
Next, we would ask you to develop a job description or descriptions for your support staff utilizing an outline we provide. We will be as involved in supporting you through this process as you want us to be. Once job descriptions are developed, the recruiting process begins! Again, we can assist and support you at the level you choose. You may choose to place an ad in the newspaper yourself or create and distribute flyers at a local college or university. You may also choose to handle distribution of application packets and initial screening interviews. Everything you choose to do frees up administrative dollars within your personal budget to be used elsewhere. Once staff are identified, we complete all necessary background checks and work with you to determine training needs and complete all required training. Staff are given a copy of your unique job description and sign a “support agreement” that outlines specifics of the job.
After hiring, the day to day management of staff can be challenging. We offer training and support to assist you in handling this responsibility.
In summary, we are committed to assisting you with achieving your desired quality of life through regaining control of the supports and services you receive.
If you are interested in learning more about the Employer-of-Record/Staff Leasing services offered by The Arc of North Carolina’s Employer of Record Services please visit or call The Arc of Union County.
