Direct Support Professional: Paid Training & Career Growth

Community Options Job Board; Totowa (NJ); On-site; USD 49,594,000 - 66,125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive insurance benefits

Paid holidays

Generous PTO

Employee incentive & discount programs

403b retirement plan

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Community Options, Inc is a national non-profit serving individuals with disabilities in 12 states. We are hiring Full-Time, Part-Time, PRN Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, Home Health Aides in Totowa, NJ to provide person-centered care tailored to meet the needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Starting pay is $17.50/hour and no experience is required as paid training is provided.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• No previous experience required; paid training provided.
• Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Foster meaningful relationships between individuals and their community.
• Assess needs using Person Centered Plans.
• Assist daily living and personal care to promote independence.
• Monitor health and medical needs and report concerns promptly.
• Assist with learning and development of community-based skills.
• Participate in community, social, and recreational activities.
• Drive individuals to medical appointments and activities.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Community Options, Inc is a national non-profit serving individuals with disabilities in 12 states. We are hiring Full-Time, Part-Time, PRN Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, Home Health Aides in Totowa, NJ to provide person-centered care tailored to meet the needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Starting pay is $17.50/hour and no experience is required as paid training is provided.