Direct Support Professional — Growth & Benefits

careers-devereux; Swedesboro (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time off benefits starting day one

Health benefits after 30 days

Tuition assistance

Growth and training

Collaborative multidisciplinary team

Servant Leadership culture

Job summary

Devereux New Jersey is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) in Swedesboro, NJ to support individuals in day programs. The role focuses on safety, daily living skills, and community engagement.

Schedule is Monday–Friday 8am–4pm, with starting pay of $20.42 per hour and increases with education/experience. Devereux offers health benefits after 30 days, tuition and student loan assistance, generous time off and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a High School Diploma/GED.
• Valid non-provisional driver's license.
• Be 18 years of age or older.
• Attend ten days of paid onsite orientation on weekdays.
• Empathetic and have a team approach to care for individuals.

Responsibilities

• Ensure individuals are safe and healthy while attending the day program.
• Supervise, coach, and assist individuals in achieving daily living skills (food prep, cooking, cleaning, shopping).
• Supervise planning, implementation, and documentation of programs to meet social, emotional, physical, and personal needs.
• Plan and participate in community-based jobs, volunteer opportunities, and outings.
• Schedule and transport individuals to and from day program.

Skills

High School Diploma/GED

Driver's license

18 years of age or older

Paid orientation

Empathetic, team-oriented

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Devereux New Jersey is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) in Swedesboro, NJ to support individuals in day programs. The role focuses on safety, daily living skills, and community engagement.

Schedule is Monday–Friday 8am–4pm, with starting pay of $20.42 per hour and increases with education/experience. Devereux offers health benefits after 30 days, tuition and student loan assistance, generous time off and growth opportunities.