Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Flexible Hours + $1k

Abound Health; Scotch Plains (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Signing bonus

Paid onboarding & training

Flexible schedules

Opportunities for advancement

Company events & socialization

Medical, dental, life insurance and 0

401(k) eligibility based on hours

Job summary

Abound Health is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to provide caregiving and daily living support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). You will assist with ADLs, community participation, and behavioral support while helping clients live independently.

This is a direct, hands-on role with opportunities for growth. Starting pay ranges from $23/hour for non-acuity to $33/hour for acuity, plus a $1,000 signing bonus paid in installments.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older
• Valid driver’s license, current auto 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

Responsibilities

• Building positive relationships and supporting individuals in achieving personal goals
• Assisting with daily living activities such as meal preparation, hygiene, and household tasks
• Supporting individuals in community participation, employment, and social activities
• Using adaptive tools to aid learning and facilitate communication
• Encouraging independence and helping individuals develop new skills
• Monitoring health and safety while maintaining a supportive environment
• Communicating with Abound team members, families, and external parties as needed
• Completing documentation and maintaining schedules
• Completing ongoing training and professional development

Job description

Abound Health is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to provide caregiving and daily living support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). You will assist with ADLs, community participation, and behavioral support while helping clients live independently.

This is a direct, hands-on role with opportunities for growth. Starting pay ranges from $23/hour for non-acuity to $33/hour for acuity, plus a $1,000 signing bonus paid in installments.