Direct Support Professional

Delta Community Supports, Inc.; Morristown (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Company-paid life Insurance

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Delta Community Supports, Inc. is hiring Direct Support Professionals in Morristown, NJ. The role involves hands-on personal care, documentation, and participation in trainings to support individuals with IDD.

You’ll work shifts FT/PT, including day and night hours, providing compassionate, relationship-based support. Competitive pay of $18.81 per hour with a comprehensive benefits package, plus a $2,000 sign-on/retention bonus.

Qualifications

• One year of caregiving work history required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to learn sign language if needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on personal care including toileting and hygiene.
• Document all relevant information on individuals during shifts.
• Attend mandated trainings and meetings for proficiency.
• Supervise and assist individuals with behavioral or medical concerns.
• Help with daily routines such as eating, toileting, showering, meal prep, and recreation.

Skills

Caregiving experience

Crisis management

Communication skills

Willingness to learn sign language

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Morristown, NJ 07960; Green Brook, NJ 08812; Randolph, NJ 07869; Somerset, NJ 08873

Overview

Salary Range

$18.81 - $18.81 Hourly

Job Shift

Any

High School

Travel Percentage

None

Description

Join us at Delta Community Supports, Inc. (“Delta”), where every day brings the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others! As a leading provider of support services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, we aim to empower and enrich the lives of those we serve. Are you passionate about fostering independence, promoting inclusion, and creating meaningful connections? If so, be a part of our dynamic team where innovation, compassion, and dedication drive our every endeavor.

Position Summary

Delta is currently hiring for Direct Support Professionals (DSP’s)

Shifts

FT & PT

9a-3p, 3p-11p & 11p-9a

Must have Intellectual Disability (IDD/DDD) Support Experience.

Applicants must be willing to provide hands‑on personal care, including assistance with toileting and maintaining personal hygiene.

• Competitive pay rate of $18.81per hour and comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and retirement plans.
• Receive training and ongoing support to excel in yourcareer.
• Collaborate with a passionate team dedicated to providing exceptional care and support.
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement within the organization.
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and pleasant environment for each individual.
• Document all relevant information about the individuals you support while on shift.
• Attend mandated trainings and meetings to become proficient in supporting I/DD individuals.
• Supervise, report on, document, and assist individuals who may have behavioral or medical concerns
• Assist individuals in living a quality life by helping them complete daily routines such as eating, toileting, showering, meal prep, and recreation.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• One (1) year of caregiving work history
• Valid driver's license with three (3) years of satisfactory driving history
• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain composure in high‑pressure or crisis situations.
• Ability to build trusting, supportive, and respectful relationships with individuals receiving services.
• Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check and all required pre‑employment screenings
• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain composure in high‑pressure or crisis situations.
• Ability to build trusting, supportive, and respectful relationships with individuals receiving services.
• Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check and all required pre‑employment screenings
• Good written and verbal communication skills. Including willingness to learn sign language if needed.
• A variety of availableFT and PTwork schedules to accommodate different lifestyles and preferences.
• 401 (k) Match program, with a generous match of 3%.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Company‑paid life Insurance coverage for full‑time employees
• Voluntary supplemental Insurance options for additional coverage.
• Company paid holidays, sick time, and vacation time.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides eligible employees with confidential counseling, support services, and resources to enhance well‑being and maintain work‑life balance.
• Professional development and internal advancement opportunities.
• Please note that participation in the listed benefits is contingent upon eligibility criteria.

Purpose

To support workforce stability and continuity of care, Delta Community Supports, Inc.(“Employer”) offers a $2,000 sign‑on bonus and retention bonus (subject to applicable taxes and withholdings) for Direct Support Professionals (DSPs).

Payment Schedule

$500 after 6 months of employment

$500 after 12 months of employment

$1,000 after 18 months of employment

Eligibility Requirements

To receive and retain the bonus, you must: - Remain actively employed in good standing (not have any staff action forms on file for performance or attendance issues, not be on a PIP or have submitted notice of resignation).

Maintain required clearances, certifications, and trainings - Comply with individual support plans, health/safety protocols, and agency policies - Work an average of 30 hours per week during the bonus period

Acknowledgment: By signing, you acknowledge that you understand the importance of continuity of care and relationship‑based support in the retention of direct care staff and that bonus payments will only be made if eligibility requirements are met in ach payment period.

Delta Community Supports is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are committed to diversity and equal opportunity in our recruitment and hiring. Qualified candidates of all backgrounds are welcome and encouraged to apply for this position.