Direct Support Professional (Community Based)

Anchor Behavioral Solutions; Chatham (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

401(k) with company matching

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Anchor Behavioral Solutions is seeking Community Support Professionals to assist adults with developmental and behavioral challenges in home and community settings. You will help clients achieve personal goals through daily living tasks, self-care support, meal prep, and outings.

A valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle are required for community activities. Training will be provided by a Board-Certified Behavioral Analyst.

Qualifications

• Experience working with people with disabilities is not required but recommended.
• Ability to teach basic daily living skills.
• Ability to provide personal care.
• Must have valid driver’s license and access to a car.
• Pass a criminal history check and background; drug screening.
• Familiarity with smartphone technology.
• Great interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Schedule requires availability Tue/Thu 2–5pm.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with intellectual disabilities to achieve individualized goals.
• Support individuals in home or community settings, including daily living activities and self-care.
• Conduct community outings and meal preparation as needed.
• Maintain documentation of sessions within required timeframes.

Skills

Reliability

Patience

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Documentation

Independent work

Cultural competency

Communication

Education

High school

Job description

• Location Town of,Chatham, NJ, 07928,United States
• Base Pay $18.00 - $21.70 / Hour
• Required Degree High school
• Travel 50%
• Manage Others No

Contact information

Description

Anchor Behavioral Solutions is looking for potential Community Support Professionals who have a passion for working with adults who are faced with developmental and moderate to severe behavioral challenges. The CSP will assist individuals with intellectual disabilities to reach their individualized goals. Services can take place in the individual’s home or in the community. Support of these individuals will include a variety of tasks that include but are not limited to community outings, meal prep, assistance with daily living activities and self-care help. This position requires all candidates to have a working vehicle, up to date vehicle documents and a valid driver’s license. Use of personal vehicle required for community outings. CSP must possess great interpersonal and problem-solving skills. CSP must also be self-motivated and adaptable to meet the needs of the person served. Support Staff will work under the leadership of the Supervisor of Community Based Supports. CSP will receive training from a Board- Certified Behavioral Analyst to address moderate to severe behavioral challenges when applicable to case.

Schedule for Case:

Tuesday & Thursday 2pm - 5pm

Total: 6 hours/week

Minimum Qualifications: Experience working with people with disabilities is not required but recommended. Candidate should possess the following attributes:
Reliability, patience, and the desire to work with people with special needs. A well- qualified candidate will demonstrate Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities in these areas:

• 1. Ability to teach basic daily living skills.
• 2. Ability to provide personal care.
• 3. Ability to practice cultural competency and sensitivity.
• 4. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals, their families, case managers, and the general public.
• 5. Ability to apply agency policy and procedure while working with individuals.
• 6. Ability to clearly document written accounts of your sessions within the required timeframe.
• 7. Commitment to be sensitive and maintain professional boundaries in the family atmosphere and ability to communicate clearly with the family and the individual.
• 8. Commitment to providing a person-centered care approach.
• 9. Ability to work independently

Requirements

Training and Other Requirements

• 1. CPR, Crisis Management, and First Aid
• 2. New Hire Orientation
• 3. Pass a criminal history review and background check with a clean driving record
• 4. Pass a drug screening5. Familiarity with and access to smartphone technology
• 6. Valid Driver’s License

*Disclaimer: Once/If a position is offered, you will be required to complete a full ABS application*

Summary

Benefits at Anchor Behavioral Solutions

We value the well-being of our team and offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees. Full-time team members are eligible for:

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

401(k) with company matching

• Commuter benefits (ABS offers a Flexible Spending Account (FSA), where employees can lower their monthly expenses by using pre-tax income to pay for their commute)

Part-time employees are also eligible for paid time off. Eligibility for benefits begins once applicable requirements are met.

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.