Direct Support Professional — Impactful Care, Paid Training

Community Options, Inc.; Westfield (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Insurance Options

Paid Holidays

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee Incentive & Discount Programs

403b Retirement Plan

Exceptional Career Growth

Great coworkers/team

University partnerships with tuition

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit providing services to individuals with disabilities in 11 states. We are now hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, and Direct Care Staff in Union County, NJ, to deliver person-centered care.

No experience required; paid training is provided. Starting pay is $18.00 per hour. Roles include assisting with daily routines, health monitoring, transportation to appointments, and community participation, with opportunities for

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record
• Background checks including criminal, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing required

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 health and medical needs and report concerns
• Assist with learning and development of independent and community-based skills
• Participate with individuals in community, social, and recreational activities
• Transport individuals to medical appointments and community activities
• Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely
• Build a support network by engaging with community members, businesses, and families
• Cooperate with licensing and department staff during inspections or inquiries

Job description

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit providing services to individuals with disabilities in 11 states. We are now hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, and Direct Care Staff in Union County, NJ, to deliver person-centered care.

No experience required; paid training is provided. Starting pay is $18.00 per hour. Roles include assisting with daily routines, health monitoring, transportation to appointments, and community participation, with opportunities for