Direct Support Professional

Ohel Children's Home and Family Service; Teaneck Township (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403B retirement plan

Sick leave

Vacation PTO

Health insurance

Job summary

Ohel Children's Home and Family Services is seeking dedicated staff to work with individuals who have developmental and/or intellectual disabilities in Teaneck, NJ, in supportive residential settings. Substitute positions are available, with a competitive benefits package including a 403B plan, PTO, and health insurance based on hours and classification.

Responsibilities include helping individuals with activities of daily living, accompanying them to medical appointments, assisting with meals,

Qualifications

• Motivated candidate with good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to relate to individuals promoting meaningful outcomes.
• Ability to speak and write English.
• Valid NY or NJ driver's license for some positions.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with activities of daily living.
• Accompany individuals to medical appointments.
• Assist with preparing and serving meals.
• Provide companionship while engaging in productive activities to foster independence and community engagement.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

English proficiency

Motivated attitude

Driver's license

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Ohel Children's Home and Family Services is seeking dedicated and responsible staff to work with individuals who have developmental and/or intellectual disabilities living in supportive and loving residential settings in Teaneck. Substitute positions available.

Position includes a competitive benefits package that includes a 403B retirement plan with employee contribution, sick and vacation paid time off (PTO) and for full time employees, health insurance. Eligibility for all benefits is based on hours worked, employment classification, and fulfillment of applicable waiting periods and plan requirements.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting individuals with their activities of daily living




• Accompanying individuals to medical appointments




• Assisting with preparing and serving meals




• Providing companionship while engaging in productive activities which help to foster independence and community engagement

Requirements:

• Motivated candidate with good interpersonal skills




• Ability to relate to individuals promoting meaningful outcomes




• High School diploma or equivalent




• Ability to speak and write English




• Valid NY or NJ driver's license for some positions

Ohel is a pioneer in the provision of residential supports for adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Our homes are environments where individuals thrive and family members find peace of mind. Residential Programs provide a supportive and enriching environment with a focus on skill building, personal growth, and the move toward independent living.

Salary: $18.75 per hour

For more information call 718- 686-3102