Direct Support Professional (J01_40)

REED Next; Glen Rock (NJ); Sur place; USD 32 000 - 42 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Subsidized health, dental & vision

401k retirement benefits

176 hours of PTO

Retention bonus

Résumé du poste

REED Next is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) for their Residential Program in New Jersey. The role focuses on helping individuals build skills, independence, and community participation, with a strong emphasis on safety and personalized plans.

Responsibilities include daily living support, meal preparation, documentation, and transportation to program sites. The position offers a 40-hour schedule with evenings and weekends as noted in the posting, plus benefits after a probationary

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills are required for effective interactions with individuals and families.
• Ability to pass required trainings and follow written and spoken instructions in English.

Responsabilités

• Assists and encourages individuals to care for immediate personal needs such as toileting, showering, and eating
• Teaches individuals daily skills such as household chores, laundry, cleaning, and washing dishes, as appropriate according to their individual plan
• Assists individuals in the pursuit of recreational, social and community activities based on their preferences and individual plans
• Keeps residence interior and exterior clean, organized, and tidy and encourage them to participate in home beautification and upkeep as appropriate according to their individual plans
• Prepares nutritional meals based on individual needs and preferences
• Empowers parents/guardians and community members in their roles to support individuals served
• Models appropriate behaviors necessary for successful adjustment and immersion into community participation and living
• Provides transportation to and from program sites
• Implements Individual & Behavior Support Plans
• Monitors the health and safety of individuals served (includes providing appropriate supervision)
• Reports Unusual Incidents in accordance with policy and procedure
• Records client progress and maintain records of services performed
• Ensures that all documentation is completed accurately and in a timely manner
• Follows all protocols, program and schedules as indicated by the Clinical Team
• Administers medications to individuals as assigned
• Ensures each individuals rights are protected
• Treats individuals with dignity, respect and fairness
• All other duties as assigned
• All employees are required to cooperate with the licensee and Division staff in any inspection or investigation

Formation

Bachelors degree preferred

Description du poste

Job Overview:

REED Next is looking for a Direct Support Professional (DSP) for their Residential Program. The DSP supports individuals as they build skills, gain independence, and lead fuller lives in the community. We also offer comprehensive benefits, a team committed to your growth, and a meaningful path forward in human services.

40-hr Schedule: Sun: 8am–4pm | Mon: Off | Tue: Off | Wed: 4pm–12am | Thu: 4pm–12am | Fri: 4pm–12am | Sat: 4pm–12am

Key Responsibilities:

• Assists and encourages individuals to care for immediate personal needs such as toileting, showering, and eating
• Teaches individuals daily skills such as household chores, laundry, cleaning, and washing dishes, as appropriate according to their individual plan
• Assists individuals in the pursuit of recreational, social and community activities based on their preferences and individual plans
• Keeps residence – both interior and exterior – and resident personal space clean, organized, and tidy and encourage them to participate in home beautification and upkeep as appropriate according to their individual plans
• Prepares nutritional meals based on individual needs and preferences
• Empowers parents / guardians and community members in their roles to support individuals served
• Models appropriate behaviors necessary for successful adjustment and immersion into community participation and living
• Provides transportation to and from program sites
• Implements Individual & Behavior Support Plans
• Monitors the health and safety of individuals served (includes providing appropriate supervision)
• Reports Unusual Incidents in accordance with policy and procedure
• Records client progress and maintain records of services performed
• Ensures that all documentation is completed accurately and in a timely manner
• Follows all protocols, program and schedules as indicated by the Clinical Team
• Administers medications to individuals as assigned
• Ensures each individuals’ rights are protected
• Treats individuals with dignity, respect and fairness
• All other duties as assigned
• All employees are required to cooperate with the licensee and Division staff in any inspection or investigation

Experience and Qualifications:

• Must be 20 years of age. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Participate and pass Pre-Employment, In-Service and Annual Training requirements of NJ DDD & REED Next.
• Obtain CPR & First Aid. Valid driver’s license and motor vehicle record is in compliance with organization’s driving policy. Clear criminal record and other background checks in accordance with NJ DDD State & REED Next requirements.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral are required. Ability to pass all required training. Ability to convey, understand and follow spoken and written instructions in English.
• Experience working with adults with autism is preferred.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Benefits (applicable to full-time employees):

• Subsidized health, dental & vision insurance (available after 90 days of service)
• 176 hours of PTO
• 401k retirement benefits (available after 1 year of service)
• A $2000 retention bonus - details and service requirements shared upon employment. (Available once per lifetime. Not applicable for current staff)