Direct Support Professional: Grow with Paid Training

Community Options, Inc.; Livingston (NJ); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

Paid holidays

Generous PTO

Employee discounts

403b retirement plan

Career growth

Great coworkers

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. in Livingston, New Jersey is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, and Home Health Aides to provide person-centered care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. No experience required – we provide PAID training!

Starting pay is $18.00 per hour. Responsibilities include direct care, daily routines, health monitoring, community activities, transportation, and accurate documentation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Assist with daily routines including cleaning, cooking, feeding, medication administration, and maintaining personal hygiene.
• Monitor the health and medical needs of individuals and report any concerns.
• Assist with the learning and development of independent and community-based skills.
• Participate with individuals in community, social, and recreational activities.
• Drive individuals to medical appointments and activities in the community.
• Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely.
• Build a support network by developing relationships with community members, businesses, and families.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Community Options, Inc. in Livingston, New Jersey is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, and Home Health Aides to provide person-centered care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. No experience required – we provide PAID training!

Starting pay is $18.00 per hour. Responsibilities include direct care, daily routines, health monitoring, community activities, transportation, and accurate documentation.