Direct Support Professional — Paid Training & Growth

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive insurance options

Paid holidays (including birthday)

Generous PTO

Employee incentive programs

403b retirement plan

Career growth opportunities

Great coworkers

Tuition reduction partnerships

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSP) in Scotch Plains, New Jersey to provide person-centered care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Both full-time and part-time positions are available, with paid training and a starting wage of $18.00 per hour. Responsibilities include assisting with daily routines, medications, transportation to appointments, and helping individuals develop independence and community skills.

Qualifications

• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Assist with daily routines including cleaning, cooking, feeding, medication administration, and maintaining personal hygiene
• 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
• Build a support network for individuals by developing and maintaining relationships with community members, businesses, and families
• Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
• Employee must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation

Skills

Empathy & relationship-building

Calm under pressure

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Community Options, Inc. is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSP) in Scotch Plains, New Jersey to provide person-centered care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Both full-time and part-time positions are available, with paid training and a starting wage of $18.00 per hour. Responsibilities include assisting with daily routines, medications, transportation to appointments, and helping individuals develop independence and community skills.