Direct Support Professional - Paid Training & Career Growth

Community Options, Inc.; Scotch Plains (NJ); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Insurance Options

Paid Holidays

Generous PTO

Employee Incentive & Discount Programs

403b Retirement Plan

Career Growth Opportunities

Great coworkers/team

University partnerships

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. is hiring Direct Support Professionals in Scotch Plains, New Jersey to provide person-centered care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. No experience required—we provide PAID training. Starting pay is $18.00 per hour.

Responsibilities include direct care, daily routines, health monitoring, community participation, transportation to appointments, and accurate documentation. All applicants must pass background checks and drug testing.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license with satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and stay calm in crisis situations.
• Background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing checks required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Assist with daily routines including cleaning, cooking, feeding, medication administration, and personal hygiene.
• Monitor health and medical needs and report concerns promptly.
• 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 with community members, businesses, and families.
• Cooperate with license and department staff during inspections or inquiries.

Job description

Community Options, Inc. is hiring Direct Support Professionals in Scotch Plains, New Jersey to provide person-centered care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. No experience required—we provide PAID training. Starting pay is $18.00 per hour.

Responsibilities include direct care, daily routines, health monitoring, community participation, transportation to appointments, and accurate documentation. All applicants must pass background checks and drug testing.