Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver – Allendale, NJ

aboundhealth; Allendale (NJ); On-site; USD 46,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Weekly pay

Paid training

Bonus opportunities

Scholarship program

Medical and dental insurance

Job summary

Aboundhealth in Allendale, NJ, is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to assist individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. In this role, you will help clients with daily living activities, promote independence, and support community participation.

With options for flexible schedules and a starting pay of $23 to $33 per hour, plus a $1,000 signing bonus, this position offers an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact while enjoying career growth.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to pass background and driving checks.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with daily living activities.
• Support individual goals and community participation.
• Monitor client health and maintain safety.

Skills

Compassionate

Reliability

Communication

Ability to assist with daily living activities

Job description

Direct Support Professional (DSP) – $23-33/hr + $1,000 Signing Bonus – Allendale, NJ

Flexible Schedules | Weekly Pay | Paid Training | Growth Opportunities | Team Environment

Abound Health is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to provide caregiving and daily living support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). As a DSP, you will assist with activities of daily living (ADLs), community participation, and behavioral support while helping clients live independently. If you are compassionate, reliable, and looking for meaningful work where you can make a real difference, we would love to meet you!

Abound Health is a mission-driven company that has been operating in the I/DD space for over 20 years. We are trusted by over 550 clients in NJ.

What You’ll Do

• Build positive relationships and support individuals in achieving personal goals
• Assist with daily living activities such as meal preparation, hygiene, and household tasks
• Support individuals in community participation, employment, and social activities
• Use adaptive tools to aid learning and facilitate communication
• Encourage independence and help individuals develop new skills
• Monitor health and safety while maintaining a supportive environment
• Communicate with Abound team members, families, and external parties (case managers, etc.) as needed
• Complete documentation and maintain schedules
• Complete ongoing training and professional development

Comprehensive Benefits

• Flexible schedules (full-time and part-time opportunities)
• Weekly pay
• Bonus opportunities (e.g., referral bonus)
• Paid onboarding & training
• Opportunities for advancement & career growth
• Scholarship Program
• Invitations to company events & opportunities to socialize with peer DSPs
• Medical, dental, life insurance and 401(k) eligibility based on hours worked

Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older
• Valid driver’s license, current automotive insurance, and reliable transportation.
• Ability to pass criminal record, driving record, and healthcare registry checks
• Willingness to address personal care needs when necessary
• Lifting may be required, depending on client needs

Experience working with individuals with disabilities is not required – we provide paid training and support

Pay & Signing Bonus

Starting Pay: $23/hour for non-acuity; $33/hour for acuity

$1,000 signing bonus paid in 3 installments when averaging 20+ hours/week

Equal Employment Opportunity

Abound Health is an equal opportunity employer. Abound Health evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.