Direct Support Professional / Caregiver / Community Support Worker

Friendly Connections Inc; Wantage (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional Development Assistance

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Job summary

Friendly Connections Inc. is seeking Direct Support Professionals in Wantage, NJ to provide one-on-one support for adults with developmental disabilities. The position focuses on assisting individuals with daily activities, promoting independence, and engaging them in community integration.

Candidates must be compassionate, have experience working with individuals with special needs, possess a valid driver's license, and be CPR certified. A flexible schedule is essential to meet our clients' unique needs.

Qualifications

• Must have 1-2 years of experience helping people with special abilities.
• First Aid and CPR certification required.
• Valid driver's license and insurance in NJ needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with daily living and activities.
• Promote independence and social skills.
• Transport individuals to community activities.

Skills

Compassionate interaction

Crisis management

Flexibility

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Benefits

• Professional Development Assistance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance

We are looking for a loving professional to work one-on-one with adults with developmental disabilities. Each individual has their own goals and needs. Some individuals wish to go out into the community and do things like exercise, shop, etc. Others need a worker to help with personal hygiene, showering, etc.

We have the following positions available:

Villas: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday 3pm‑8pm (25 hours/ week). In this position you will work in the individuals’ house and they need assistance with personal hygiene, showering, etc.

Prior to hire you will be required to pass background, drug test & submit a certified driver’s abstract.

Our Direct Support Professionals provide community and support services for disabled and elderly persons, and dementia patients. This includes coaching services in Supported Employment, Pre‑Vocational Training, Community inclusion services, Individual Supports, Career Planning, and Community‑Based Supports.

Our goal is to provide the best quality services to each individual and family we serve throughout New Jersey. Each client has their own unique needs that our employees help fulfill in the comfort of the patient’s home. Every member of our team is an essential part to both Friendly Connections and our patients long term success and happiness.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living and activities and help individuals integrate into the community
• Help promote independence, social skills, self‑care, and development
• Assist individuals in services outside of the participant’s home, including recreational activities
• Provide basic training of tech and communication skills
• Provide job coaching services if needed
• Transport individuals to and from their homes, activities, appointments, etc.
• Maintain confidentiality and privacy of all patient information compliant to HIPAA law and regulations
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

• Must love working with and helping people
• Must have at least 1–2 years of experience helping people with special abilities
• Must be over 21 years of age or older
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• A valid driver’s license and vehicle insurance in the state of NJ with your own reliable vehicle
• Driving record with 4 points or less
• Flexible schedule
• Employee must comply with state regulations as necessary
• Employee must cooperate with state regulations and NJ Department staff in any inspection or investigation
• Pass state and federal background checks
• First Aid and CPR certification

Job Specifications

• The ability to exercise good judgment and use common sense
• The ability to remain calm in crisis situations
• The ability to interact with a wide range of people and situations
• The ability to work with people with different needs that may also need more attention than others
• The ability to undergo initial and ongoing training as necessary

Work Location

In person

Friendly Connections Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. FC will ensure equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify or expression, age, pregnancy, marital or family status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, disability status, protected veteran statutory any other characteristic protected by law.