Compassionate DSP: Flexible Hours, Growth & Weekly Pay

Abound Health; Hasbrouck Heights (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Weekly pay

Paid onboarding & training

Growth opportunities

Team environment

Referral bonus

Job summary

Abound Health is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to provide caregiving and daily living support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). DSPs assist with ADLs, community participation, and behavioral support to help clients live independently.

Starting pay is $23/hour for non‑acuity and $33/hour for acuity with a $1,000 signing bonus paid in installments after meeting hours.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Valid driver’s license, current automotive insurance, and reliable transportation.
• Ability to pass criminal record, driving record, and healthcare registry checks.
• Willingness to address personal care needs when necessary.
• Lifting may be required.
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities is not required – paid training and support provided.

Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships and support individuals in achieving personal goals
• Assist with daily living activities such as meal preparation, hygiene, and household tasks
• Support individuals in community participation, employment, and social activities
• Use adaptive tools to aid learning and facilitate communication
• Encourage independence and help individuals develop new skills
• Monitor health and safety while maintaining a supportive environment
• Communicate with Abound team members, families, and external parties as needed
• Complete documentation and maintain schedules
• Complete ongoing training and professional development

Job description

Abound Health is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to provide caregiving and daily living support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). DSPs assist with ADLs, community participation, and behavioral support to help clients live independently.

Starting pay is $23/hour for non‑acuity and $33/hour for acuity with a $1,000 signing bonus paid in installments after meeting hours.