Compassionate Direct Support Professional - Full-Time DSP

Catholic Charities-Dept For Persons With Disabilities (DPD); Clifton (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Medical, vision & dental

Life insurance

Flexible spending accounts

403B with company-matching

Generous PTO

Job summary

Department for Persons with Disabilities (DPD) in New Jersey is seeking a Direct Support Professional/Residential Counselor (DSP). You will help residents with personal care, safety and daily living activities in our group homes, including medication assistance and documenting services.

The position requires a HS diploma, a valid driver’s license and CPR/First Aid readiness. Employment offers comprehensive benefits with paid training and ongoing staff meetings.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid (non-provisional) driver’s license.
• CPR/First Aid certification or ability to obtain.
• Experience with ID/DD population is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Help meet residents’ personal health, safety and welfare.
• Assist/supervise in bathing, toileting, cleaning and life skills.
• Administer and/or assist with medication administration.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers and residents.
• Transport residents to day programs using agency vehicles.
• Maintain daily documentation of services provided.
• Assist with community-based activities.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Caregiving

Dependability

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Job description

Department for Persons with Disabilities (DPD) in New Jersey is seeking a Direct Support Professional/Residential Counselor (DSP). You will help residents with personal care, safety and daily living activities in our group homes, including medication assistance and documenting services.

The position requires a HS diploma, a valid driver’s license and CPR/First Aid readiness. Employment offers comprehensive benefits with paid training and ongoing staff meetings.