Direct Support Professional - RT - Non-benefited

New Jersey Institute for Disabilities; Aberdeen Township (NJ); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Sick Leave

403(b) Plan

On the Job Training

Growth Opportunities

Job summary

A nonprofit agency in Aberdeen Township seeks a Direct Support Professional to assist individuals with developmental disabilities. Responsibilities include supervising daily living activities, administering medication, and supporting community involvement. Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and strong communication skills. Part-time opportunities available with flexible scheduling. Join a dedicated team to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is mandatory.
• Strong communication skills are essential.
• A valid driver's license in good standing is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist and supervise activities related to daily living skills.
• Administer or assist with prescribed medication.
• Assist residents in pursuing recreational, social, and community activities.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

New Jersey Institute for Disabilities (NJID) is one of the largest not-for-profit agencies in the nation. It services infants, children, and adults with developmental and related disabilities. NJID offers specialized facilities, programs, and support throughout New Jersey. Join our dedicated staff of more than 500 and make a difference in someone's life!

Job Title

Direct Support Professional

Responsibilities

• Assist and supervise activities related to daily living skills.
• Administer or assist with prescribed medication.
• Light housekeeping
• Assist with transportation
• Assist in the implementation of individual goals and objectives.
• Data entry using Therap (EHR)
• Assist residents in pursuing recreational, social, and community activities based on their preferences and individual plans.

Requirements

• HS diploma or equivalent
• A valid driver's license in good standing and must be insurable through NJID's automobile insurance.
• Strong communication skills

NO certification required

Position Details

Location: Aberdeen, County: Monmouth

Hours per work week: 16

Weekly work schedule: Sat & Sun 8:30a-4:30p

Other shifts are available at this location.

NJID has full-time, part-time, and per diem opportunities in Middlesex, Monmouth, Ocean, and Somerset Counties.

Benefits

• Paid Sick Leave
• 403(b) Plan
• On the Job Training
• Extra Work Hours Available
• Growth Opportunities

EEO Statement

It is NJID's policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expressing, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an agency, we value diversity of background and opinion and prohibit discrimination or harassment based on any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, fringe benefits, layoff, termination, or any other terms and conditions of employment.