Direct Support Professional: Paid Training & Growth

Community Options, Inc.; Howell Township (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Insurance Options

Paid Holidays- Birthday Holiday

Generous Paid Time Off

Employee Incentive & Discount Programs

403b Retirement Plan

Exceptional Career Growth Opportunites

Great coworkers/team that support you

University partnerships with tuition –

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. is hiring Full-Time, Part-Time, PRN Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, Home Health Aides in Middlesex County, NJ. No experience required—paid training provided.

Starting pay is $18.81 per hour. Join a mission-driven team providing person-centered care and community integration. Roles include assisting with daily living, driving to appointments, and documenting care.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Background checks, 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.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Community Options, Inc. is hiring Full-Time, Part-Time, PRN Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, Home Health Aides in Middlesex County, NJ. No experience required—paid training provided.

Starting pay is $18.81 per hour. Join a mission-driven team providing person-centered care and community integration. Roles include assisting with daily living, driving to appointments, and documenting care.