Direct Support Professional: Empower Lives with Flexible Schedule

Center for Family Support; Clifton (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental Insurance

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Job summary

Center for Family Support in New Jersey seeks Direct Support Professionals to help individuals with developmental disabilities lead meaningful lives, learn daily living skills, and form healthy community ties.

We value compassion, safety, and a person-centered philosophy. Both full-time and part-time roles are available, with benefits and opportunities for growth in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license preferred, depending on program needs.
• Some healthcare or human services experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Help the people we support have meaningful lives. Listen to their dreams and help them learn skills to live the lives they choose.
• Help each individual tell us what is important to them and involve them in activities matching their interests, gifts and plans.
• Help individuals we support learn how to form and continue positive relationships with people in their community.
• Respect the rights of the people we support and teach them to speak up for themselves.
• Use the person‑centered philosophy throughout the day. Use each moment as a teachable moment.
• Show a positive attitude toward work and others.
• Protect the health of the people you support, including administering medication and attending medical appointments when necessary.
• Join with other team members in developing the service plan and carry out all parts for which you are responsible.
• Protect safety by following the service plan and reporting dangerous situations.
• Follow all agency procedures regarding incident reporting and cooperate with investigations.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Center for Family Support in New Jersey seeks Direct Support Professionals to help individuals with developmental disabilities lead meaningful lives, learn daily living skills, and form healthy community ties.

We value compassion, safety, and a person-centered philosophy. Both full-time and part-time roles are available, with benefits and opportunities for growth in a supportive team environment.