Direct Support Professional: Grow, Serve, and Make a Difference

Devereux; Whiting (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time off from day one

Health benefits

Tuition assistance

Growth & training

Collaborative team

Servant Leadership culture

Job summary

Devereux New Jersey is seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to join a dedicated team in Manchester, NJ. You will help individuals with daily living skills, safety, and community activities, including food prep, cleaning, and transportation.

The role offers on-the-job training, a starting wage of $20.42 per hour with increases for education and experience. Schedule options include second and third shifts in Manchester, NJ.

Qualifications

• Have a minimum of a High School Diploma/GED.
• Have a valid non-provisional driver's license.
• Be 18 years of age or older (required).
• Be able to attend ten days of paid onsite orientation on weekdays.
• Be empathetic and have a team approach to care for our individuals.

Responsibilities

• Ensure our individuals are safe and healthy while attending our day program.
• Supervise, coach, and assist our individuals in achieving their goals for daily living skills, such as food preparation, cooking, cleaning, and shopping.
• Supervise the planning, implementation, and documentation of programs designed to meet the social, emotional, physical, and personal needs of our individuals.
• Plan and participate in community-based jobs, volunteer opportunities, and outings for our individuals to be involved with.
• Schedule and transport our individuals to and from day program.

Skills

Empathetic

Team oriented

Driver's license

Age 18+

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Devereux New Jersey is seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to join a dedicated team in Manchester, NJ. You will help individuals with daily living skills, safety, and community activities, including food prep, cleaning, and transportation.

The role offers on-the-job training, a starting wage of $20.42 per hour with increases for education and experience. Schedule options include second and third shifts in Manchester, NJ.