Direct Support Professional

AVIDD Community Services of NJ; Basking Ridge (NJ); On-site; USD 24,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonuses

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid Training

Paid Holidays

Generous PTO & Sick Time

Employee Referral Bonuses

403(b) Retirement Plan

Flexible Schedules

Job summary

Avidd Community Services of NJ is seeking caring and reliable Direct Support Professionals to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in residential and community settings. DSPs help individuals build independence, learn daily living skills, and lead meaningful lives.

Shifts include 7am-3pm, 3pm-11pm, and 11pm-7am with a part-time, per diem schedule. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living skills, attending medical appointments, administering

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Background checks, drug screening, and training are required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living skills (personal care, cooking, cleaning, laundry).
• Support individuals during medical appointments and community activities.
• Administer medications.

Skills

Compassionate

Dependable

Committed to supporting individuals

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Avidd Community Services of New Jersey, Inc.

Locations: Counties Bergen, Morris, Warren and Somerset.

Pay: $17.50–$20.50 per hour.

Schedule: Part-time, Per Diem.

Shifts: 7am-3pm, 3pm-11pm, 11pm-7am.

Job Summary

Avidd Community Services of NJ is seeking caring and reliable Direct Support Professionals to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in residential and community settings. DSPs help individuals build independence, learn daily living skills, and lead meaningful lives.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living skills (personal care, cooking, cleaning, laundry).
• Support individuals during medical appointments and community activities.
• Administer medications.
• Maintain a safe, clean home environment.
• Complete documentation in Therap each shift.
• Provide First Aid/CPR when needed.
• Promote dignity, respect, and independence.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED.
• Valid driver’s license in good standing.
• Must pass required background checks, drug screening, physical/PPD, and training.
• Compassionate, dependable, and committed to supporting individuals with disabilities.

Benefits

• Sign-On Bonuses.
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance.
• Paid Training.
• Paid Holidays (including 3 Floating Holidays).
• Generous PTO & Sick Time.
• Employee Referral Bonuses.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan.
• Flexible Schedules.