Direct Support Professional (Day Program)

Community Options, Inc.; Woodbury (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Paid holidays

Generous PTO

Employee incentive programs

403b retirement plan

Career growth opportunities

Great coworkers

Tuition reduction partnerships

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. is hiring Full-Time Direct Support Professionals (Day Program) in Woodbury, NJ to provide person-centered care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. No experience required— PAID training offered.

Starting pay is $17.50 per hour and position includes benefits and growth opportunities. Responsibilities include direct care, daily routines, health monitoring, community activities, and coordinating transportation to appointments.

Qualifications

• Direct care and support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Strong communication with individuals, families, and team members.
• Ability to remain calm and handle crises or challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Assist with daily routines including cleaning, cooking, feeding, medication administration, and personal hygiene.
• Monitor health and medical needs and report concerns promptly.
• Support learning and development of independent and community-based skills.
• Participate with individuals in community, social, and recreational activities.
• Transport individuals to medical appointments and community activities.
• Ensure documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely.
• Build relationships with community members, businesses, and families for support networks.
• Cooperate with license and department staff during inspections or inquiries.

Skills

Direct care

Communication

Crisis management

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Community Options, Inc.

We are a national non‑profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 11 states.

Direct Support Professionals (Day Program)

We are Now Hiring Full‑Time Direct Support Professionals (Day Program), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, Home Health Aides in Woodbury, New Jersey to provide person‑centered care tailored to meet the needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This is a fantastic opportunity for professional growth, while making a difference! No experience required– we provide PAID training!

Starting pay is $17.50/per hour

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Assist with daily routines including cleaning, cooking, feeding, medication administration, and maintaining personal hygiene
• Monitor the health and medical needs of individuals and immediately report any concerns
• Assist with the learning and development of independent and community‑based skills
• Participate with individuals in community, social, and recreational activities
• Drive individuals to medical appointments and activities in the community
• Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely
• Build a support network for individuals by developing and maintaining relationships with community members, businesses, and families
• Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
• Employee must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports
• Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing

Why Community Options?

• Competitive Insurance Options (Medical, Dental, Vision).
• Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday!
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Employee Incentive & Discount Programs.
• 403b Retirement Plan.
• Exceptional Career Growth Opportunities.
• Great coworkers/team that support you!
• University partnerships that include tuition reduction

Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V