Direct Support Professional

MEP Health; Washington (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

MEP Health in New Jersey is seeking compassionate caregivers to provide person-centered support to individuals living at home. You will assist with daily living tasks, promote independence, and help participants engage in meaningful activities within the home and community.

Training is provided, with ongoing professional development in an inclusive environment to grow your skills while delivering empathetic care.

Qualifications

• Reliability, patience, and a genuine commitment to improving lives.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to provide respectful support.
• Comfort with learning and applying individualized support strategies.
• Prior experience may be helpful, but training is provided.

Responsibilities

• Support daily living and provide personal care with dignity and empathy.
• Encourage independence and help individuals participate in meaningful activities at home and in the community.
• Follow individualized support plans and assist with safety-focused practices.
• Promote social engagement and positive community involvement.
• Document and share observations with the care team to support ongoing care.

Skills

Reliability

Patience

Interpersonal skills

Respectful support

Job description

provides compassionate, person-centered assistance to help individuals live life to the fullest.

Key Responsibilities

• Support daily living and provide personal care with dignity and empathy.
• Encourage independence and help individuals participate in meaningful activities at home and in the community.
• Follow individualized support plans and assist with safety-focused practices.
• Promote social engagement and positive community involvement.
• Document and share observations with the care team to support ongoing care.

Qualifications & Skills

• Reliability, patience, and a genuine commitment to improving lives.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to provide respectful support.
• Comfort with learning and applying individualized support strategies.
• Prior experience may be helpful, but training is provided.

Professional Development

• Receive ongoing training and opportunities for growth in an inclusive, collaborative environment.