Direct Support Professional: Paid Training & Growth

communityoptions; Middletown (NJ); On-site; USD 20,855 - 29,702; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Holidays

PTO

403b Plan

Career Growth

Tuition Reduction

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. invites applications for Direct Support Professionals in Howell/ Neptune, NJ. The roles include Direct Support Professionals, Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, and Home Health Aides across full-time, part-time, and PRN schedules.

No experience is required as paid training is provided, with a starting pay of $18.35 per hour. The positions involve direct care, daily routines, health monitoring, community activities, and transportation to appointments, with a focus on

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Background checks, including criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing, are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to individuals with disabilities.
• Assist with daily routines including cleaning, cooking, feeding, and personal hygiene.
• Monitor health and medical needs and report concerns.
• Assist with learning and development of independent and community-based skills.
• Participate with individuals in community, social, and recreational activities.
• Drive individuals to medical appointments and community activities.
• Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately.
• Build a support network by engaging with community members, businesses, and families.

Skills

Good judgment

Calm under pressure

Relationship building

Driving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Community Options, Inc. invites applications for Direct Support Professionals in Howell/ Neptune, NJ. The roles include Direct Support Professionals, Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, and Home Health Aides across full-time, part-time, and PRN schedules.

No experience is required as paid training is provided, with a starting pay of $18.35 per hour. The positions involve direct care, daily routines, health monitoring, community activities, and transportation to appointments, with a focus on