Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver

Dungarvin inc; Ten Mile Run (NJ); On-site; USD 27,345; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance

401 K plan with employer match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid training and orientation

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A supportive services organization seeks a part-time Direct Support Professional in Ten Mile Run, NJ. In this fulfilling role, you will provide direct support to individuals with disabilities, ensuring their comfort and independence. The position offers competitive pay of $19.85 per hour and various benefits including medical insurance for full-time employees, paid time off, and career growth opportunities. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of those in need.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Committed to creating a respectful and collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on assistance and guidance to individuals with disabilities.
• Ensure the comfort, safety, and personal growth of the individuals we serve.
• Assist with daily living tasks such as dressing and personal hygiene.

Skills

Person-centered approach

Patient and kind

Dependable and adaptable

Observant and detail-oriented

Team player

Job description

Overview

Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver - Part-time

At Dungarvin, we are more than a provider of support services—we’re a mission-driven team rooted in respect, response and choice. Since 1976, we’ve been dedicated to meeting people where they are, working alongside them to provide person centered supports that allow people to live independently as possible. You’ll work directly with people in need of assistance, and/or living with intellectual or developmental disabilities, or other complex medical needs.

With services in 15 states, our team is united by a shared commitment to making a real difference—one person, one voice, one choice at a time. We encourage you to embrace this opportunity to impact someone’s life.

Join our team as a Direct Support Professional / Caregiver in South Brunswick, NJ and surrounding areas.

Schedule and Compensation

Schedule: Multiple schedules available for 2nd shift and weekends.

Starting Pay: $19.85/hour

Benefits

• Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance for FT employees
• Supplemental Insurance
• Flex Spending and HSA Accounts for FT employees
• Pet Insurance
• Life Insurance for FT employees
• 401 K plan with up to 3% employer match after one year of services
• PAID TIME OFF (PTO) for eligible employees
• Growth and Development Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• National Brand Discounts
• Tapcheck - access to 50% of your pay before payday
• PAID training and orientation

What You Get To Do

A Direct Support Professional (DSP) caregiver provides direct support, positive direction, instruction, and assistance to individuals with mental, intellectual & developmental, and physical disabilities. The ultimate goal is to empower individuals with disabilities to live as independently and comfortably as possible while maintaining their dignity and respect.

• Provide hands-on assistance, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance.
• Ensure the comfort, safety, and personal growth of the individuals we serve.
• Assist with daily living tasks such as moving around, getting in and out of bed, dressing, bathing, toileting, personal hygiene and more.

Why This Role

• Personal fulfillment, a meaningful career, and the chance to make a difference.
• Positively impact someone’s life.
• Gain health care experience to further your career.
• Varied day-to-day experiences; no two days are the same

What Makes You A Great Fit

• Person-centered, patient, and kind
• Dependable, adaptable, flexible
• Observant and detail oriented
• Positive role-model for others and able to work on a team
• Committed to creating a respectful and collaborative environment
• 18 years or older

Note: At Dungarvin, diversity and inclusion are a part of what makes our organization strong. Together, we can continue to work towards an inclusive culture that supports our employees and persons served. Dungarvin is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.