Direct Support Professional — PTO Day 1 & Tuition Help

Devereux; Neptune City (NJ); On-site; USD 23,419 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time off benefits starting day one

Health benefits

Tuition and loan assistance

Growth and training development

Collaborative multidisciplinary team

Job summary

Devereux New Jersey is seeking a Direct Support Professional to support individuals in day programs at Neptune City. You will help with daily living skills, safety, and community engagement, working with a dedicated multidisciplinary team.

Second shift positions are available. Starting pay is $20.42 per hour, with increases based on education and experience. Benefits include health coverage, tuition assistance, and ongoing training in a collaborative, servant-leadership culture.

Qualifications

• Have a minimum of a High School Diploma/GED.
• Have a valid non-provisional driver's license.
• Be 18 years of age or older (required).
• Be able to attend ten days of paid onsite orientation on weekdays.
• Be empathetic and have a team approach to care for our individuals.

Responsibilities

• Ensure our individuals are safe and healthy while attending our day program.
• Supervise, coach, and assist our individuals in achieving their goals for daily living skills, such as food preparation, cooking, cleaning, and shopping.
• Supervise the planning, implementation, and documentation of programs designed to meet the social, emotional, physical, and personal needs of our individuals.
• Plan and participate in community-based jobs, volunteer opportunities, and outings for our individuals to be involved with.
• Schedule and transport our individuals to and from day program.

Skills

Empathetic

Team-oriented

Safety-focused

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Devereux New Jersey is seeking a Direct Support Professional to support individuals in day programs at Neptune City. You will help with daily living skills, safety, and community engagement, working with a dedicated multidisciplinary team.

Second shift positions are available. Starting pay is $20.42 per hour, with increases based on education and experience. Benefits include health coverage, tuition assistance, and ongoing training in a collaborative, servant-leadership culture.