Day-Shift DSP: Medical Care & Community Support

The Arc of Ocean County; Toms River (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Low Deductible Health Plans

Prescription Coverage

FSA

401(k) matching

Paid Time Off

Training & Development

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Bonus

Job summary

The Arc of Ocean County is seeking an experienced Direct Support Professional (DSP) to support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities across residential programs in Toms River, Barnegat, Lacey Township, and Brick. This full-time day-shift role offers a starting pay of $20.70 per hour with earning potential up to $22.70 per hour through differentials and overtime.

Responsibilities include enabling daily living activities, coordinating with supports plans, and ensuring health and

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• At least one year of prior experience as a Direct Support Professional (DSP).
• Medical case management experience.
• Valid New Jersey driver’s license in good standing with no more than five (5) points.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support in residential group homes, supervised apartments, and supported living programs.
• Assist with personal care, meal preparation, medication support, transportation, household responsibilities, and other daily living needs.
• Reinforce practical skills, healthy routines, personal responsibility, and decision-making.
• Support individuals in working toward the goals identified in their individualized service plans and recognize their progress.
• Assist individuals with recreation, shopping, community outings, and other social activities.
• Encourage individuals to make choices about their routines, activities, and everyday lives.
• Promote an environment where individuals are treated with dignity, respect, and encouragement.
• Help individuals develop skills that support greater participation and independence within their communities.
• Follow medication procedures, agency policies, and established safety practices while providing individualized support.
• Help maintain a clean, safe, comfortable, and welcoming residential environment.
• Complete electronic documentation, daily service notes, and other required records accurately.
• Communicate relevant information with supervisors and coworkers to promote continuity and consistency of support.
• Work collaboratively with Residential Services staff to provide reliable, compassionate support.
• Contribute to a team culture centered on inclusion, dignity, respect, and individual growth.
• Apply your previous DSP experience and medical case management knowledge to the everyday needs of the people served.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The Arc of Ocean County is seeking an experienced Direct Support Professional (DSP) to support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities across residential programs in Toms River, Barnegat, Lacey Township, and Brick. This full-time day-shift role offers a starting pay of $20.70 per hour with earning potential up to $22.70 per hour through differentials and overtime.

Responsibilities include enabling daily living activities, coordinating with supports plans, and ensuring health and