Direct Support Professional: Empower Lives in NJ

Tender Care; Port Morris (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Job summary

Tender Care seeks a Direct Support Professional to assist individuals in a Residential Program in Morris County, NJ. You will supervise daily living activities, provide personal care, transportation, and documentation for services and medications.

Requirements include being 18+, NJ driver’s license, high school diploma, and background/CARI checks with drug testing; prior disability experience is preferred. This role offers part-time/full-time options and competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a driver’s license valid in New Jersey.
• One year related experience working with persons with disabilities preferred.
• Must submit to a criminal background check and not be disqualified by the Department of Human Services prior to hire.
• Agree to name checks against the Central Registry of Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities.
• Drug testing required for all employees; random and for cause.
• CARI name check required for all employees hired after 7/16/18.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct services to individuals in the Residential Program, including supervision and personal care, daily living activities, transportation, and medical appointments, with documentation of services provided.
• Complete required daily documentation for all services and medication administration records.
• Drive and accompany individuals to appointments or activities, adhering to motor vehicle laws.
• Implement behavioral programs per individualized behavior plans while maintaining privacy and dignity.

Skills

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Lifting 50 lbs

Education

High School diploma or equivalency

Job description

Tender Care seeks a Direct Support Professional to assist individuals in a Residential Program in Morris County, NJ. You will supervise daily living activities, provide personal care, transportation, and documentation for services and medications.

Requirements include being 18+, NJ driver’s license, high school diploma, and background/CARI checks with drug testing; prior disability experience is preferred. This role offers part-time/full-time options and competitive pay.