Direct Support Professional — Day Hab (Mon–Fri, 9–4)

The Arc of Somerset; Hillsborough Township (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arc of Somerset County in Hillsborough, NJ, is seeking a 35-hour Direct Support Professional for the Day Hab Program. Work hours are 9 am to 4 pm, Monday through Friday, in a day program within Somerset County group homes and community settings.

The DSP will assist consumers with daily living, nutrition, and social activities, support ISP goals, and help with medication administration as needed. Requirements include HS diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license; I/DD experience is

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Valid Driver’s license.
• One year’s experience I/DD (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Assist consumers, as needed, in skill development, activities of daily living, personal care, domestic living, recreation and socialization.
• Ensure assigned clients’ nutritional needs; assisting with feeding as necessary.
• Assist consumers in nutritional planning, grocery shopping and preparation of all meals.
• Collaborate on the development/implementation of consumers’ Individual Service plans (ISP).
• Train and support consumers in all areas of their ISP.
• Assist with medication administration.
• Train and support consumers in the community including: social, recreational, cultural, religion and education networks.

Skills

I/DD experience

Valid driver’s license

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

The Arc of Somerset County in Hillsborough, NJ, is seeking a 35-hour Direct Support Professional for the Day Hab Program. Work hours are 9 am to 4 pm, Monday through Friday, in a day program within Somerset County group homes and community settings.

The DSP will assist consumers with daily living, nutrition, and social activities, support ISP goals, and help with medication administration as needed. Requirements include HS diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license; I/DD experience is