Direct Support Professional — Grow, Empower, Impact

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health; Newton (NJ); Hybrid; USD 42.000 - 47.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Time off package

Affordable health benefits

Student loan reimbursement (ASCEND)

Competitive salary & growth

Zusammenfassung

Devereux New Jersey is seeking a Direct Support Professional to help adults with autism and developmental disabilities gain independence and life skills in a collaborative team setting.

You will be supported by a management team, receive ongoing supervision, and have access to a comprehensive benefits program after 30 days. The ASCEND student loan reimbursement helps you advance your career while growing within a nationwide nonprofit.

Qualifikationen

• A high school diploma or GED.
• A valid, non-provisional driver's license.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Availability to attend a two-week paid new hire orientation training that is both hybrid and in person
• Sound judgment and the ability to respond calmly, make thoughtful decisions, and know when to ask for support.
• Empathy, reliability, and a team-oriented approach to supporting adults with autism and developmental disabilities.

Aufgaben

• Direct Support Professionals may work in residential group homes or vocational day programs.
• Help ensure the safety, health, and well-being of individuals in our care.
• Coach and assist individuals as they build daily living skills, including food preparation, cooking, cleaning, and shopping.
• Support the planning, implementation, and documentation of programs that address each individual's social, emotional, physical, and personal needs.
• Plan and participate in community-based employment, volunteer opportunities, (day program) and outings that promote involvement and independence.
• Build positive, productive relationships with individuals’ family members to help ensure the individual thrives under the care we provide.
• Safely transporting our individuals could include but not limited to doctor appointments, day program and scheduled community activities.

Kenntnisse

Empathy

Reliability

Team-oriented

Calm under pressure

Ausbildung

High school diploma or GED

Driver's license

18 years of age

Jobbeschreibung

Devereux New Jersey is seeking a Direct Support Professional to help adults with autism and developmental disabilities gain independence and life skills in a collaborative team setting.

You will be supported by a management team, receive ongoing supervision, and have access to a comprehensive benefits program after 30 days. The ASCEND student loan reimbursement helps you advance your career while growing within a nationwide nonprofit.