Direct Support Professional Mercer County

NLC Support; Ewing Township (NJ); On-site; USD 28,413 - 40,467; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Flexible schedule

Job summary

NLC Support is seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) for a new residential group home in Ewing, NJ. Candidates will assist individuals with developmental disabilities in their daily activities, fostering independence and providing essential support.

Ideal candidates possess excellent communication skills and experience in this field, as well as a commitment to delivering quality care. Benefits include health and dental insurance, flexible scheduling, and a starting pay of $25/hour.

Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Must pass background check, Cari check, and drug test.
• CPR certification will be required.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with daily living activities such as bathing and dressing.
• Provide transportation to medical appointments.
• Maintain accurate records of services provided.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Assist with independent living skills development.
• Monitor health and safety of individuals.
• Provide crisis intervention when needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Understanding developmental disabilities

Crisis intervention

Job description

We are seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to work in a new residential group home opening in Ewing NJ. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting individuals with developmental disabilities with their activities of daily living (ADLs). The ideal candidate for this position will have excellent communication skills, an understanding of the needs of individuals with developmental disabilities, and a commitment to providing quality care.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Group Medical and Dental Insurance Offered
• $25/hour
• Flexible schedule

Schedule

• Part‑Time: Every Saturday and Sunday 8am‑4pm.
• Every Sunday 3pm‑11pm.
• Every Other Weekend (Fri, Sat, Sun 4pm‑12am)

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with developmental disabilities with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and meal preparation.
• Provide transportation to medical appointments and other activities.
• Maintain accurate records of services provided.
• Provide companionship and emotional support to individuals.
• Assist with the development of independent living skills.
• Monitor individuals’ health and safety.
• Provide crisis intervention when needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Must pass background check.
• Must pass Cari check.
• Must pass drug test.
• CPR certification will be required.