Direct Support Professional (DSP)

AVIDD Community Services of NJ; Tierneys Corner (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonuses

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid Training

Paid Holidays (including 3 Floating_Hr

Generous PTO & Sick Time

Employee Referral Bonuses

403(b) Retirement Plan

Flexible Schedules

Job summary

Avidd Community Services of NJ is seeking caring and reliable Direct Support Professionals to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in residential and community settings. DSPs help individuals build independence, learn daily living skills, and lead meaningful lives.

We offer part-time, per diem schedules with shifts from early morning to overnight. Compensation is $17.50–$20.50 per hour, with benefits including sign-on and retirement options.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED.
• Valid driver’s license in good standing.
• Must pass required background checks, drug screening, physical/PPD, and training.
• Compassionate, dependable, and committed to supporting individuals with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living skills (personal care, cooking, cleaning, laundry).
• Support individuals during medical appointments and community activities.
• Administer medications.
• Maintain a safe, clean home environment.
• Complete documentation in Therap each shift.
• Provide First Aid/CPR when needed.
• Promote dignity, respect, and independence.

Skills

Compassionate

Dependable

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Avidd Community Services of New Jersey, Inc.

Locations: Counties Bergen, Morris, Warren and Somerset.

Pay: $17.50–$20.50 per hour.

Schedule: Part-time, Per Diem.

Shifts: 7am-3pm, 3pm-11pm, 11pm-7am

Job Summary:

Avidd Community Services of NJ is seeking caring and reliable Direct Support Professionals to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in residential and community settings. DSPs help individuals build independence, learn daily living skills, and lead meaningful lives.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with daily living skills (personal care, cooking, cleaning, laundry).
• Support individuals during medical appointments and community activities.
• Administer medications.
• Maintain a safe, clean home environment.
• Complete documentation in Therap each shift.
• Provide First Aid/CPR when needed.
• Promote dignity, respect, and independence.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma/GED.
• Valid driver’s license in good standing.
• Must pass required background checks, drug screening, physical/PPD, and training.
• Compassionate, dependable, and committed to supporting individuals with disabilities.

Benefits:

• Sign-On Bonuses.
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance.
• Paid Training.
• Paid Holidays (including 3 Floating Holidays).
• Generous PTO & Sick Time.
• Employee Referral Bonuses.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan.
• Flexible Schedules.