Direct Support Professional: Empower Lives in Autism Care

Bancroft; Carneys Point Township (NJ); On-site; USD 27,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Full benefits package

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Bancroft's Lakeside Campus in Carneys Point, NJ, is hiring a Direct Support Professional (DSP) for our Adult Residential Program. This onsite role provides care and support to autistic, intellectually and developmentally challenged individuals to help them reach personal goals and grow skills.

Responsibilities include implementing behavioral plans, assisting with daily living activities, accompanying residents to appointments and outings, and maintaining documentation.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid Driver's License in the candidate's legal name and current address. One year minimum driving experience.
• Minimum of six months related work experience OR Bachelor's degree or current enrollment in a degree program in Psychology, Social Work, or related field.
• Aspiration to work with autistic, intellectually and developmentally challenged individuals.
• Prior experience working with individuals with autism, intellectual or developmental disabilities preferred.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Our Direct Support Professionals carry out behavioral treatment plans and are responsible for collecting direct observational data.
• Direct Support Professionals provide assistance with daily living activities that may include, but are not limited to, personal hygiene, social awareness, meal preparation, money management, and housekeeping.
• The Direct Support Professionals provides personal care and supervision, actively participating in the life growth of each individual. They will teach them daily living and functional skills to help individuals achieve personal goals and transition to less restrictive residential settings.
• Direct Support Professionals will also be responsible for accompanying individuals to healthcare appointments and community outings and providing safe transportation.
• Direct Support Professionals will be responsible for resolving problem behavior situations and providing intervention while adhering to Bancroft's quality standards for safety and approved crisis techniques.
• The Direct Support Professionals will complete paperwork and provide regular documentation as required. They will maintain effective communication with residents and their parents, guardians and other family members.

Skills

Effective verbal and written comms

Aspiration to work with autistic indi

Experience with autism/IDD

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree or enrollment in Psychology/Social Work

Job description

Bancroft's Lakeside Campus in Carneys Point, NJ, is hiring a Direct Support Professional (DSP) for our Adult Residential Program. This onsite role provides care and support to autistic, intellectually and developmentally challenged individuals to help them reach personal goals and grow skills.

Responsibilities include implementing behavioral plans, assisting with daily living activities, accompanying residents to appointments and outings, and maintaining documentation.