Direct Support Professional

Devereux; Hardyston Township (NJ); On-site; USD 16,531 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time off starting day one

Health benefits after 30 days

Tuition and student loan assistance

Growth and training development

Servant Leadership culture

Job summary

Devereux New Jersey is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to join a collaborative, multidisciplinary team in Hardyston, NJ. This role focuses on helping individuals in need with compassionate, person-centered care.

Responsibilities include ensuring safety and health at the day program, coaching daily living skills, planning and documenting individualized programs, and coordinating transportation for participants. Benefits and growth opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a High School Diploma/GED.
• Valid driver’s license (non-provisional).
• Be 18 years of age or older.
• Attend ten days of paid onsite orientation on weekdays.
• Empathetic with a team approach to care for individuals.

Responsibilities

• Ensure individuals are safe and healthy while attending the day program.
• Supervise, coach, and assist individuals in daily living goals (e.g., food preparation, cooking, cleaning, shopping).
• Supervise the planning, implementation, and documentation of programs addressing social, emotional, physical, and personal needs.
• Plan and participate in community-based jobs, volunteer opportunities, and outings to promote engagement.
• Schedule and transport individuals to and from the day program.

Skills

Empathetic with a team approach

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Overview

Join Devereux New Jersey — Direct Support Professional (DSP) role focused on helping individuals in need with a collaborative, multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Ensure our individuals are safe and healthy while attending the day program.
• Supervise, coach, and assist individuals in achieving daily living goals (e.g., food preparation, cooking, cleaning, shopping).
• Supervise the planning, implementation, and documentation of programs addressing social, emotional, physical, and personal needs.
• Plan and participate in community-based jobs, volunteer opportunities, and outings to promote engagement.
• Schedule and transport individuals to and from the day program.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a High School Diploma/GED.
• Valid non-provisional driver’s license.
• Be 18 years of age or older (required).
• Be able to attend ten days of paid onsite orientation on weekdays.
• Empathetic with a team approach to care for individuals.

Salary and Location

Starting at $20.42 per hour and increases with education/experience. Direct Support Professional positions are located in Hardyston, NJ.

What We Look For In Our Direct Support Professionals

• Support individuals in maintaining safety and health at the day program.
• Assist with daily living skills and community involvement.
• Support planning, implementation, and documentation of individualized programs.
• Coordinate transportation to and from the day program as needed.

Benefits

• Time off benefits starting on day one.
• Excellent health benefits, effective 30 days after employment.
• Tuition and student loan assistance.
• Growth and training development.
• Collaborative, multidisciplinary work environment.
• Opportunity to work in an organization that values Servant Leadership principles.

Company Overview

Devereux is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit behavioral healthcare organizations. Founded in 1912, it operates a national network of clinical, therapeutic, educational, and employment programs serving 10,000+ individuals annually.

Our mission is to unlock and nurture human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral, or cognitive differences. With nearly 6,500 employees, Devereux serves individuals across programs in autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, specialty mental health, education, and foster care.

Our Culture and Expectations

Servant Leadership is embedded in our culture. We focus on a mission-driven, people-first mindset to provide compassionate, high-quality programming. We strive for an inclusive workplace where everyone belongs, communicates openly, and can contribute to positive change.

What Devereux Offers You

In addition to a competitive salary, Devereux provides a comprehensive health and welfare program. Eligible full-time employees can start benefits after 30 days of employment. Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, prescription drug, preventive care, and mental health services (including telemedicine).
• Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement, and continuing education assistance.
• Generous time off, 403(b) retirement plan with matching, and optional life and accident coverage.
• Employee assistance / work-life balance program.

Visit the Devereux benefits site for more information. Devereux is a drug-free workplace and EOE.