Compassionate Direct Support Specialist - Group Homes

Heart to Heart Health Care Services; Clifton (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Heart to Heart Health Care Services in Clifton, NJ is seeking compassionate Direct Support Professionals to assist individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities in a group home setting.

This role offers full-time, part-time, and PRN schedules. Responsibilities include providing direct support, transportation, and daily living assistance to enable independence while promoting safety, dignity, and participation in recreational activities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Driver's license and a second form of ID are required.
• Physical and PPD test within the last year.

Responsibilities

• Direct Support to individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities in a group home setting.
• Provide support, transportation and assistance to enable individuals to complete daily routines safely and with dignity.
• Duties may include toileting, bathing, dressing, laundry and supervision of recreation.
• Encourage independence by providing opportunities and skill training in self-care, household chores, social and recreation activities.

Skills

Direct Support

Transportation

Daily living assistance

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Heart to Heart Health Care Services in Clifton, NJ is seeking compassionate Direct Support Professionals to assist individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities in a group home setting.

This role offers full-time, part-time, and PRN schedules. Responsibilities include providing direct support, transportation, and daily living assistance to enable independence while promoting safety, dignity, and participation in recreational activities.