Direct Support Professional - Paid Training & Career Growth

Community Options, Inc.; Raritan (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance benefits

Paid holidays

Generous PTO

Employee incentives

403b retirement plan

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Community Options, Inc is hiring Direct Support Professionals, Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, and Home Health Aides in Raritan, NJ. Full-time, part-time, and PRN positions offered. Starting pay is $18.25/hour with paid training and growth opportunities.

Responsibilities include fostering community ties, assessing needs, assisting with daily living, monitoring health, and documenting activities. Overtime may be required; valid driver's license and HS diploma are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
• No experience required; paid training provided.

Responsibilities

• Foster meaningful relationships with individuals and their community.
• Assess needs using Person Centered Plans and support daily living skills.
• Assist with personal care and independence in various settings.
• Monitor health needs and report concerns promptly.
• Support development of community-based skills and participation.
• Drive individuals to appointments and activities as needed.
• Complete program documentation and billing records accurately.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Excellent communication

Good judgment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.

We are now hiring Full-Time, Part-Time, PRNDirect Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, Home Health Aides in Raritan, NJ to provide person-centered care tailored to meet the needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This is afantastic opportunity for professional growth, while making a difference!No experience required– we provide PAID training!

Starting pay is $18.25/hour

Responsibilities

• Foster a meaningful relationship between the individuals and their community
• Utilize Person Centered Plans to assess an individual's needs
• Assist individuals with their daily living and independence skills/personal care
• Monitor the health and medical needs of individuals and immediately 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
• Employees must cooperate with the licensee and department staff in any inspection, inquiry or investigation
• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports
• Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Working Conditions

• Work in residential programs, day programs, and in the community
• Transport individuals utilizing your own vehicle or company provided vehicles
• Schedule may change due to business needs and may include evening and weekend hours
• Overtime may be required due to business needs
• May be required to lift or move 25+ pounds

Why Community Options?

• Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday
• Generous PTO
• Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Incredible career growth opportunities

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Community Options is an Equal Opportunity EmployerM/F/D/V

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