Direct Support Professional (B04_32)

REED Next; Glen Rock (NJ); Sur place; USD 25 000 - 36 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health, dental & vision insurance

PTO (176 hours)

401k retirement benefits

Retention bonus

Résumé du poste

REED Next is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) for its Residential Program in New Jersey. The DSP will support individuals to build skills, gain independence, and participate in community activities, while following individual plans and maintaining a safe home environment.

This full-time role offers comprehensive benefits, a supportive team, and opportunities for growth in human services. Evening 32-hour schedule includes weekend shifts and requires strong communication and adherence

Qualifications

• Must be 20 years of age; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Complete NJ DDD & REED Next training requirements.
• CPR & First Aid certification required.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.

Responsabilités

• Assist individuals with personal care needs (toileting, showering, eating).
• Teach daily living skills (household chores, laundry, cleaning).
• Support participation in recreational and community activities.
• Keep residence clean and organized; encourage home upkeep.
• Prepare nutritious meals based on individual needs.
• Provide transportation to program sites.
• Implement and monitor Individual & Behavior Support Plans.
• Monitor health and safety; provide supervision as needed.
• Document progress and maintain service records.
• Ensure timely completion of documentation; follow protocols.

Connaissances

CPR & First Aid

Strong communication

Teamwork

English comprehension

Description du poste

Job Overview:

REED Next is looking for a Direct Support Professional (DSP) for their Residential Program. The DSP supports individuals as they build skills, gain independence, and lead fuller lives in the community. We also offer comprehensive benefits, a team committed to your growth, and a meaningful path forward in human services.

32-hr Schedule: Sun: 4pm-12am | Mon: 4pm-12am | Tue: 4pm-12am | Wed: Off | Thu: Off | Fri: Off | Sat: 4pm-12am

Key Responsibilities:

• Assists and encourages individuals to care for immediate personal needs such as toileting, showering, and eating

• Teaches individuals daily skills such as household chores, laundry, cleaning, and washing dishes, as appropriate according to their individual plan

• Assists individuals in the pursuit of recreational, social and community activities based on their preferences and individual plans

• Keeps residence - both interior and exterior - and resident personal space clean, organized, and tidy and encourage them to participate in home beautification and upkeep as appropriate according to their individual plans

• Prepares nutritional meals based on individual needs and preferences

• Empowers parents / guardians and community members in their roles to support individuals served

• Models appropriate behaviors necessary for successful adjustment and immersion into community participation and living

• Provides transportation to and from program sites

• Implements Individual & Behavior Support Plans

• Monitors the health and safety of individuals served (includes providing appropriate supervision)

• Reports Unusual Incidents in accordance with policy and procedure

• Records client progress and maintain records of services performed

• Ensures that all documentation is completed accurately and in a timely manner

• Follows all protocols, program and schedules as indicated by the Clinical Team

• Administers medications to individuals as assigned

• Ensures each individuals' rights are protected

• Treats individuals with dignity, respect and fairness

• All other duties as assigned

• All employees are required to cooperate with the licensee and Division staff in any inspection or investigation

Experience and Qualifications:

• Must be 20 years of age. Bachelor's degree preferred.

• Participate and pass Pre-Employment, In-Service and Annual Training requirements of NJ DDD & REED Next.

• Obtain CPR & First Aid. Valid driver's license and motor vehicle record is in compliance with organization's driving policy. Clear criminal record and other background checks in accordance with NJ DDD State & REED Next requirements.

• Strong communication skills, both written and oral are required. Ability to pass all required training. Ability to convey, understand and follow spoken and written instructions in English.

• Experience working with adults with autism is preferred.

• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Benefits (applicable to full-time employees):

• Subsidized health, dental & vision insurance (available after 90 days of service)

• 176 hours of PTO

• 401k retirement benefits (available after 1 year of service)

• A $2000 retention bonus - details and service requirements shared upon employment. (Available once per lifetime. Not applicable for current staff)