Direct Support Professional

Bancroft; Mullica Hill (NJ); On-site; USD 27,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Bancroft is hiring a Direct Support Professional (DSP) for the Lakeside Program in Mullica Hill, NJ. This onsite role covers a 3rd shift (Thu 10p-9a, Fri & Sat 10p-11a), totaling 37 hours weekly, to support autistic, intellectually and developmentally challenged individuals while upholding Bancroft's mission and values.

Primary responsibilities include supervision, guidance, instruction, and skill building for persons served, and overseeing program-site activities in the absence of the Program

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• BA in Social Work, Psychology, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of two years of related work experience, or six months as a Bancroft Program Associate.

Responsibilities

• Provides supervision, guidance, instruction, and skill building to persons served within a Program site.
• Oversees program-site activities in the absence of the Program Manager.

Skills

Supervision

Guidance

Instruction

Skill building

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

BA in Social Work or Psychology

Job description

Overview

We're Hiring: Direct Support Professional

Location: Mullica Hill, NJEmployment Type: OnsiteDepartment: Adult Residential

Shift: 3rd (Thursday 10p-9a, Friday and Saturday 10p-11a = 37 hours full time)

Are you looking to build a career as a caregiver? Do you want to make a difference in the lives of autistic, intellectually, and developmentally challenged individuals? If yes, working at Bancroft may be right for you. As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) within our Lakeside Program in Mullica Hill, NJ you’ll empower the people we servewhile supporting the Bancroft mission, vision and core values.

Bring Out the Best in You and Those We Serve

Bancroft’s Lakeside Campus for people with autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities fosters a stable environment where each individual can realize their best life. Direct Support Professionals help those in our care to reach their highest potential, while gaining experience and learning new skills.

The current hiring range for this position is: $19.61-$20.00per hour. Plus additional incentives.

Responsibilities

About the Position:

Provides supervision, guidance, instruction, and/or skill building to assigned persons served within a specific Program site regarding daily living activities, safety, vocational activities, and interaction with others.

Provides supervision to direct care staff and is in charge of Program site activities in absence of Program Manager.

Qualifications

Education & Experience:

High School diploma or equivalent required with additional education in a related field desirable. BA in Social Work, Psychology, or a related field preferred. Minimum of two years of related work experience, or a minimum of 6 months experience as a Program Associate in the Bancroft organization required.

EEO Statement

Bancroft stands strong against racism and hate of all kinds and supports actions leading to respect, equality, fairness and peace.We advocate for and embrace an inclusive and just world.One world. For everyone.We work with heart, respect and collaboration. We are communicators, listeners, problem solvers, partners and collaborators.Bring your authentic self to our team.

Bancroft is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and supports diversity, equity and inclusion in itshiring and employment practices,so that every team member can feel a true sense of belonging, and maximize their unique potential. To this end, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color,religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.