Direct Support Professional First Shift

Northeast Arc; New Jersey; On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Flexible Spending Accounts

401(k) retirement plan

Employee Assistance Program

Professional development

Mileage reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

Northeast Arc has been providing innovative residential services for nearly 50 years and is committed to providing individuals and their families with superior supports and services that increase independence and quality of life.

As a Direct Support Professional, you will work in the community in a home setting with multiple residents or someone who lives independently, helping individuals build skills, make choices, and fully participate in their communities with empathy and reliability.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• At least one year of human service experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds and assist with mobility.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality living supports and supervision in residential or community settings.
• Teach and facilitate choices for individuals served in homes and communities.
• Model respectful, empowering relationships and support social skills.
• Assist with ADLs and help individuals achieve personal goals.
• Maintain accurate documentation and complete required reports.
• Administer medications per policies and coordinate with medical staff.
• Support during doctors' appointments, ER visits, and on-call nurse interactions.

Skills

Empathy

Reliability

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

First Aid/CPR Certification

Job description

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

Location: Burlington, MA / residential community settings

Target Hourly Rate: $23.50-$24.50

Job Summary

Northeast Arc has been providing innovative residential services for nearly 50 years and is committed to providing individuals and their families with superior supports and services that increase independence and quality of life.

As a Direct Support Professional, you will be at the heart of that commitment. Working in the community in a home setting with either multiple residents or someone who lives independently, you will play a meaningful role in the daily lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, supporting them in building skills, making choices, and fully participating in their communities. This is a role that calls for someone who leads with empathy, shows up consistently for the people they support, and takes genuine pride in helping others thrive. If you are someone who wants more than a job and is looking for work with real purpose, Northeast Arc may be the right place for you.

Responsibilities

• Providing quality living supports and supervision for intellectually and developmentally disabled individuals living in residential programs or independently
• Teach, support, and facilitate choices for individuals served within their homes and communities
• Serve as a role model for individuals and assist in developing social skills
• Develop and maintain respectful, caring, and empowering relationships with the individuals you support
• Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and support individuals in achieving their personal goals
• Maintain accurate documentation and complete required reports in accordance with agency standards
• Administer medications according to Northeast Arc Policies and Procedures and MAPs Regulations. Support doctors' appointments, ER and hospital visits, and contact on-call nursing appropriately.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• At least one year of Human Service Experience strongly preferred
• Ability to develop and maintain a respectful, caring, tolerant, ethical and empowering relationship with individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities
• A desire to assist people in achieving their dreams and goals
• Valid driver's license required
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds, stand for periods of time, bend, push wheelchairs, provide physical intervention as necessary, and be able to lift and/or transfer individuals
• Complete and maintain First Aid, CPR, MAPs, Vehicle Safety, Human Rights, and Fire Safety certifications
• Must successfully complete and pass all required background checks as a condition of employment

At Northeast Arc, we offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that supports your well-being and growth. It's our goal as an employer to provide an enriching and supportive environment for our employees and their families.

With that goal in mind, we are proud to offer the following:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage (for employees working an average 30 hours per week)
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick time, and 12 paid holidays
• Flexible Spending Accounts (health care and dependent care)
• Group Life Insurance
• Additional voluntary insurance options and discount programs
• 403(b) retirement plan with limited company match
• Employee Assistance Program and Mental Health Hub
• Ongoing professional development (trainings, conferences, CEUs, and more)
• eAcademy online learning platform
• Mileage reimbursement (where applicable)
• Additional perks including employee discounts and more

About Us

Northeast Arc is a non-profit organization with the goal of ensuring that children and adults with disabilities are able to live, work, engage in civic life and play in the community. Employment at Northeast Arc is more than just a job. We are a mission-driven agency committed to changing lives and discovering abilities. Whether it's the individuals we serve or our employees who support them, we know that each person has a unique set of skills and contributions to make.

We are an Equal Opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, medical condition, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.