Day Program DSP for IDD Adults (Mon–Fri)

Our House, Inc.; New Providence (NJ); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Tuition assistance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Paid training

Job summary

Our House, Inc. is seeking a Day Program Direct Support Professional (DSP) to supervise and engage adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in structured day program and community settings.

This role emphasizes safety, dignity, and adherence to individual service plans while supporting meaningful activities. Ideal candidates have experience in DD/ID contexts, demonstrate hands-on support, and can participate in paid training and ongoing certification; group interviews follow an

Qualifications

• Experience with Behavioral Support plans is preferred.
• Previous experience working with DD/ID individuals in a Day Program or Group Home setting is preferred.
• Must be comfortable driving agency vehicles on a regular basis.

Responsibilities

• Supervise program participants in accordance with individual service plan supervision guidelines.
• Engage participants in activities: swimming, fitness programs, gardening, community recreation, and daily living tasks.
• Maintain staff-to-participant ratios at all times.
• Safely transport participants using agency vehicles and comply with driving policy.
• Ensure cleanliness and safety of the program site; assist with hygiene needs.
• Attend monthly staff meetings and quarterly all-agency meetings.

Skills

Behavioral Support plans

DD/ID experience

Day program experience

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Our House, Inc. is seeking a Day Program Direct Support Professional (DSP) to supervise and engage adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in structured day program and community settings.

This role emphasizes safety, dignity, and adherence to individual service plans while supporting meaningful activities. Ideal candidates have experience in DD/ID contexts, demonstrate hands-on support, and can participate in paid training and ongoing certification; group interviews follow an