Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Serenity NJ; West Long Branch (NJ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Job summary

Serenity NJ is seeking a Day Habilitation Support Professional to provide direct support for individuals with Intellectual Developmental Disabilities. Responsibilities include implementing the Day Habilitation Plan, maintaining accurate logs, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Requires high school diploma, driving license, CPR/First Aid/AED certification, and ability to work on a team. Compensation includes hourly pay from $19 to $21, with a yearly bonus based on performance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Proficiency with computer tools (WORD, Email, Excel, Zoom) is expected.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are required.
• Valid driver’s license with clean record (no more than 2–3 points).
• Ability to work effectively in a team.
• Good organizational skills are essential.
• CPR/First Aid/AED certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to individuals in the Day Habilitation Program.
• Implement each person’s Day Habilitation Plan per ISP safeguards.
• Complete daily activity logs accurately and on time.
• Record information on billing sheets or electronic systems to ensure compliance.
• Assist with behavioral support plans and data collection.
• Provide training and supervision in daily living skills and other areas.
• Establish a therapeutic relationship and ensure objectives are met.
• Maintain a clean environment and proper use of equipment.
• Drive agency vehicles to transport individuals to program and sites.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Writing skills

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CPR/First Aid/AED Certification

Tools

WORD

Email

Excel

Zoom

Job description

The Day Habilitation Support Professional reports directly to the Program Director or assigned designee. Responsible for providing direct support assistance and resources for persons with Intellectual Developmental Disabilities. Does involve daily pickup and drop-off as needed. Must have a fun, can-do positive attitude.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Must be able to use a computer, WORD, Email, Excel, Zoom

• Good communication, writing, and computer skills

• Valid driver’s license in good standing no more than 2-3pts (NO PROVISIONAL LICENSES)

• Ability to work with a team

• Good organizational skills

• CPR/First Aid/AED Certification

Salary:

• $19.00-$21.00 per hour

• Yearly bonus, based on work performance

Responsibilities include:

• Provide ongoing protective oversight to people attending the Day Habilitation Program.

• Responsible for implementing the Day Habilitation Plan for each person following the safeguards stated in their ISP.

• Complete daily activity logs accurately and timely for people supported.

• Enter information accurately and contemporaneously on each person’s billing sheets and/or electronic system, on a daily basis to ensure regulatory compliance.

• Implement behavioral support plans written and ensure associated data collection.

• Successful training and demonstrated competency of DDD training provided on NJ College of Direct Support and program training.

• Provides training, assistance, and/or supervision to the individual(s) in the areas of daily living, personal care, financial management, community, social integration, medication administration, and/or job skills development.

• Establishes a therapeutic relationship with the individual receiving services to ensure effective guidance, support, and service delivery. Ensures objectives are met per the Individual Service Plan.

• Assist in maintaining a clean environment. Proper use and maintenance of equipment and appliances.

• Drive agency vehicles safely to transport individuals to and from the program, and to various volunteer sites/ community sites daily.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits:

• PTO/SICK.

Schedule:

• Full Time

• Day shift

• Monday to Friday

• Work Hours: 7:00 am to 3:00 pm or 8:00AM to 4:00PM

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person