35 Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Female- 9am - 4pm

ARC OF SOMERSET; Warren Township (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arc of Somerset County in Warren, NJ is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) for a female 9am–4pm shift. The role supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities across group homes and community settings. Pay is $18.91 per hour and a HS diploma or GED is required.

Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, nutrition planning, medication administration support, and ISP-related tasks. Valid driver's license and 1 year I/DD experience preferred.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Valid Driver’s license required.
• 1 year’s experience in I/DD preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist consumers in skill development, daily living, personal care, and social activities.
• Ensure assigned clients’ nutritional needs; assist with feeding as necessary.
• Assist with meal planning, grocery shopping and preparation of meals.
• Collaborate on the development/implementation of consumers’ ISP.
• Train and support consumers in ISP areas.
• Assist with medication administration.
• Support community involvement including social, recreational, cultural, religion and education networks.

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

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35 Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Female- 9am - 4pm

Warren, NJ, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1185

Company Overview

The Arc of Somerset County is dedicated to supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. We provide a wide range of programs and services that enhance the quality of life for over 1,400 individuals across 33 locations, including group homes, employment centers, and community programs.

Job Title: 35 Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Female- 9am - 4pm

Location: Within Somerset County |At the residences Group Homes within the community.

Pay:$18.91/hr

Education:HS Diploma or GED required

Eligibility/Experience Requirements:

• Valid Driver’s license
• One year’s experience I/DD (preferred)

Job Description:

• Assist consumers, as needed, in skill development, activities of daily living, personal care, domestic living, recreation and socialization
• Ensure assigned clients’ nutritional needs; assisting with feeding as necessary
• Assist consumers in nutritional planning, grocery shopping and preparation of all meals.
• Collaborate on the development/implementation of consumers’ Individual Service plans (ISP).
• Train and support consumers in all areas of their ISP.
• Assist with medication administration.
• Train and support consumers in the community including: social, recreational, cultural, religion and education networks.