PART TIME - Female Direct Support Professional

Full Job Description

Thee Agency is a highly respected Department of Human Services and Medicaid Sponsored Direct Service Provider. We provide Community Based Supports & Individual Supports all while improving social skills, encouraging community inclusion, and supporting independent life skills. As an agency we are happy to serve all New Jersey Counties.

Direct Support Professional Responsibilities (DSP)

· Provide direct support to those with developmental/intellectual disabilities

· Always ensure the safety of each client

· Encourages self-help activities.

· Assist in being a positive role model for each client

· Reports any changes in client's condition or family situation to Senior Manager

· Willing to assist clients in home management functions including but not limited to, light housekeeping, laundry, food preparation, grocery shopping.

· Transports/ meets client in the community to participate in activities or attend appointments.

· Participates in the development of and support of a Person-Centered Plan.

· Willing to cooperate with the licensee and Department of Human Services staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation.

Direct Support Professional Requirements

· High School Diploma or equivalent

· Minimum 18 years of age

· Valid Driver's License - Willing to utilize your own vehicle

· Ability to work within the community or in a home-based setting

· Excellent communication skills (verbal & written) with all levels of personnel, internal and external to the company.

· Ability to handle physical aspects of the job including bending and lifting, as well as engaging in physical activities.

· Display patience and empathy while maintaining professional boundaries.

· Must have the ability to read and write in English.

Due to the nature of our business all employees are required to complete the following:

· A criminal background check and be determined to be not disqualified by the Department of Human Services prior to working with individuals served.

· Must agree to have their name checked against the Central Registry of Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities

· A drug test prior to employment, random, and for cause.

· An application to have their name checked against the Child Abuse Registry Information (CARI)

· Consent to exclusionary checks completed initially and monthly as applicable.

Required Training - WE PROVIDE PAID TRAINING!

· Electronic Visit Verification

· All required DDD trainings through The College of Direct Support (CDS)

· CPR, First Aid, Emergency Procedures, Medication Administration (If applicable)

Benefits

· Starting pay is $19.00-$21.00

· Career growth opportunities
· Must be located in or around Budd Lake, NJ

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Flexible schedule
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Paid sick time
  • Paid training

Experience:

  • Direct Support Professional: 1 year (Required)

Shift availability:

  • Day Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

  • Budd Lake, NJ 07828 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

  • Budd Lake, NJ 07828: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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