Direct Support Professional

Assurance Care & Support Services Inc; Pennington (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Assurance Care & Support Services Inc is looking for dedicated professionals in Pennington, NJ to provide one-on-one support to individuals with disabilities. The role involves assisting with daily living activities, meal preparation, and light housekeeping among other responsibilities.

The ideal candidates should possess strong communication skills and have experience in home or senior care. Additional benefits include a flexible schedule and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Experience in home care or senior care is preferred.
• Knowledge of meal preparation and nutrition guidelines.
• Ability to provide direct support to individuals with disabilities or special needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide One on One direct support and assistance to individuals with disabilities or special needs.
• Assist with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
• Help with meal preparation and feeding.
• Perform light housekeeping tasks.
• Provide transportation to appointments, errands, and community activities.
• Monitor and document individuals' progress and behavior.
• Assist with medication administration as needed.
• Implement individualized care plans.

Skills

Experience in home care or senior care

Knowledge of meal preparation and nutrition guidelines

Ability to provide direct support

Familiarity with de-escalation techniques

First aid and CPR certification

Ability to take vital signs

Strong communication skills

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Flexible schedule

Responsibilities

• Provide One on One direct support and assistance to individuals with disabilities or special needs
• Assist with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming
• Help with meal preparation and feeding
• Perform light housekeeping tasks such as cleaning and laundry
• Provide transportation to appointments, errands, and community activities
• Monitor and document individuals' progress and behavior
• Assist with medication administration as needed
• Implement individualized care plans and follow specific instructions for each individual

Skills

• Experience in home care or senior care is preferred
• Knowledge of meal preparation and nutrition guidelines
• Ability to provide direct support to individuals with disabilities or special needs
• Familiarity with de-escalation techniques and strategies
• First aid and CPR certification is a plus
• Ability to take vital signs and monitor health status of individuals
• Strong communication skills to effectively interact with individuals, their families, and other healthcare professionals

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be requested to perform other duties as assigned.