Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Visiting-Angels; Hillsborough Township (NJ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Holiday Pay

Referral Bonuses

Direct Deposit

Weekly Pay

Daily Pay

Job summary

Visiting Angels in Hillsborough, NJ seeks a caring Direct Support Professional (DSP) to support clients in their homes. The role involves personal care, mobility assistance, light housekeeping and meal prep, under supervision of a Registered Nurse.

Requirements include a valid NJ Home Health Aide certification, a high school diploma or equivalent, and driving is preferred. We offer a benefits package and flexible shift options, with different full-time, part-time and PRN opportunities.

Qualifications

• Valid HHA certification licensed by the New Jersey State Board of Nursing.
• HHA Certification reimbursement available after 90 days.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Drivers preferred.
• Ability to observe patients and respond promptly to changing health conditions.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and grooming.
• Assist with ambulation and mobility.
• Carry out special procedures as directed.
• Perform homemaking, meal prep and light housekeeping.
• Support activities of daily living.

Skills

Compassionate attitude

Communication skills

Ability to work independently

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Visiting Angels Hillsborough, NJ is looking to add a caring, compassionate Direct Support Professional (DSP) to our team. A Direct Support Professional (DSP) works in support of the client’s safety, dignity, well-being and ability to remain living at home. Our office in Hillsborough provides Certified Caregivers for the local area including Belle Mead, Edison, Piscataway, Somerset, and many others.

A Direct Support Professional (DSP) travels to the client’s home to provide direct care including but not limited to:

• Personal Care and Grooming
• Ambulation
• Special Procedures
• Homemaking, Meal Preparation, Light Housekeeping
• Assistance with other Activities of Daily Living

A Visiting Angels Direct Support Professional (DSP) works under a Registered Nurse, and there are no supervision responsibilities with this position. The CHHA has HIPAA restricted access to certain client information, and is an hourly per-diem, non-exempt Direct Care staff member with no guaranteed minimum number of hours per week.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Holiday Pay
• Referral Bonuses
• Direct Deposit
• Weekly Pay
• Daily Pay

Shift Options

• Full Time
• Part Time
• PRN
• Short Shift

Direct Support Professional (DSP) Requirements:

• Valid certification as a Home Health Aide (HHA), licensed by the New Jersey State Board of Nursing
• HHA Certification Reimbursement available after 90 days
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Drivers Preferred
• Ability to perform patient observation accurately and respond promptly to changing health conditions
• Compassionate attitude combined with excellent communication skills; ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Physical stamina to assist with mobility tasks and perform caregiving duties throughout shifts