Direct Support Professional - Residential Growth

The Arc of Ocean County; Herbertsville (NJ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Low Deductible Health Plans with $0 Co

Comprehensive Prescription Coverage

Flexible Spending Account

401(k) Retirement Plan with Agency M

Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

Paid Training and Professional Develop

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Additional Supplemental Benefit Optio

Job summary

The Arc of Ocean County is seeking an experienced Direct Support Professional (DSP) to join our Residential Services team in New Jersey. This full-time day-shift role supports adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, helping with daily living, personal care, medication support, and community involvement.

You will work in group homes and supervised living settings, maintain accurate records, follow medication procedures, and collaborate with colleagues to deliver consistent,

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Have a High School Diploma or GED.
• Have at least one year of prior Direct Support Professional (DSP) experience.
• Have medical case management experience.
• Hold a valid New Jersey driver's license in good standing, with no more than five (5) motor vehicle points.
• Demonstrate strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to individuals living in residential group homes, supervised apartments, and supported living programs.
• Assist with personal care, preparing meals, medication support, transportation, household tasks, and other everyday living activities.
• Encourage the development of practical skills, healthy habits, personal responsibility, and sound decision-making.
• Help individuals work toward the objectives in their individualized service plans and acknowledge their achievements along the way.
• Support participation in recreational activities, shopping trips, community outings, and other social opportunities.
• Encourage individuals to make decisions about their daily routines, preferred activities, and personal lives.
• Foster a residential atmosphere built on dignity, respect, encouragement, and individual choice.
• Help individuals strengthen the skills needed to participate in their communities and increase their independence.
• Follow established medication procedures, agency policies, and safety practices when delivering individualized support.
• Help ensure residential settings remain clean, safe, comfortable, and welcoming.
• Maintain accurate electronic documentation, daily service notes, and all other required records.
• Share relevant updates with supervisors and coworkers to help maintain continuity and consistency in services.
• Collaborate with Residential Services colleagues to deliver dependable, compassionate support.
• Help cultivate a team environment that values inclusion, individual dignity, mutual respect, and personal growth.
• Apply your Direct Support Professional experience and medical case management knowledge to the day-to-day needs of the individuals receiving services.

Skills

Direct Support Professional

Medical case management

Communication

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The Arc of Ocean County is seeking an experienced Direct Support Professional (DSP) to join our Residential Services team in New Jersey. This full-time day-shift role supports adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, helping with daily living, personal care, medication support, and community involvement.

You will work in group homes and supervised living settings, maintain accurate records, follow medication procedures, and collaborate with colleagues to deliver consistent,