Direct Support Professional

New Horizons in Autism Inc; Wall (SD); On-site; USD 21,593 - 30,754; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

401K with match

Paid Sick Time

Employee Referral Bonus

Multiple Tuition Discount Program

Free RBT Certification Program

Job summary

New Horizons in Autism Inc is hiring a Direct Support Professional in Wall, South Dakota, to provide quality care and supervision for individuals with autism in a residential setting.

The role involves direct hands-on care, medication management, and assisting residents with daily tasks. Candidates must be compassionate and reliable, willing to learn and provide excellent support.

Full-time employees receive competitive pay, paid training, and additional benefits like a 401K with a match.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 20 years old.
• Must pass all required background checks including DMV.
• Ability to communicate effectively with persons with autism.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and day-to-day supervision for individuals with autism.
• Assist residents with personal care, medication management, and daily structure.
• Maintain documentation for daily activities.

Skills

Compassionate

Reliable

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma/GED/Higher Degree

Tools

NJ driver's license

Job description

Direct Support Professional – Residential

Do you enjoy making a difference in the lives of others? If yes... You need to join the NHIA team today!

New Horizons in Autism, Inc (NHIA) is a non‑profit organization dedicated to providing diverse opportunities to enhance the quality of life for adults with autism since 1980 throughout Bergen, Monmouth, and Ocean Counties.

Direct Support Professional

Provide direct care and supervision for individuals with autism in a residential home setting and assist in the day‑to‑day operations of the residential home. This is a hands‑on role requiring the individual in this position to assist residents with a wide variety of tasks, including but not limited to personal care, medication management, life skills, transportation, providing daily structure and support, and documentation, to name a few.

What we are looking for:

The individuals we serve rely on you! We are looking for caring, compassionate, dedicated, and reliable staff members who are willing to learn and grow with us and provide the highest level of care and support for our residents and participants. You must have and use sound judgment and tact and effectively communicate with individuals with autism. Flexible in‑person interviews are scheduled during the week, Monday – Friday, in our administrative office located in Morganville.

Agency Training

Extensive and intense hands‑on training is provided, so every team member can provide the best care to our individuals.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED/Higher Degree (must provide diploma or transcripts)
• Must be at least 20 years old
• A valid, non‑probationary NJ driver's license
• You must pass all background checks, including Central Registry, CARI, DMV, Fingerprints, Drug Screen, Physical, and PPD.
• Ability to interact appropriately and effectively with persons with autism, solve problems systematically, and communicate (written and verbal), and professionally.

What we offer to our full‑time employees:

• Starting Pay $19.00 per hour
• Paid Training
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Sick Time
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Multiple Tuition Discount Program
• Free RBT Certification Program

Additionally, for full‑time employees, we offer:

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401K with match
• Additional voluntary insurance available through Allstate
• Possible Overtime (not guaranteed)
• Room for advancement (we like to promote from within)
• NHIA is a Non‑Profit Organization, which might qualify an employee for the Public Service Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program