Direct Support Professionals

New Jersey Institute for Disabilities; Stafford Township (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% Paid Health and Dental Insurance for Employees (For Full-Time Employees only)

Tuition Reimbursement (For Full-Time Employees Only)

Vision (For Full-Time Employees Only)

Retirement Plan (For Full-Time Employees Only)

Paid Sick Leave

403(b) Plan

On-the-Job Training

Extra Work Hours Available

Growth Opportunities

Job summary

A leading not-for-profit agency is seeking Direct Support Professionals to assist residents with developmental disabilities in daily living activities. The role offers various schedules, training, and an opportunity to make a positive impact. Responsibilities include medication administration, housekeeping, and facilitating community engagements. We provide 100% paid health insurance for full-time employees and numerous growth opportunities. Join us in making a difference across New Jersey.

Responsibilities

• Assist and/or supervise in activities of daily living skills.
• Administer or assist with prescribed medication.
• Light housekeeping tasks.
• Assist with transportation needs.
• Aid implementation of individual goals and objectives.
• Conduct data entry using Therap (EHR).
• Facilitate residents' engagement in recreational and social activities.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Direct Support Professionals (Home Health Aides)

Full Time, Part Time & Overnight

Various work schedules are available. No Certification Required. Training Provided!

NOW HIRING IN… Edison, Marlboro, Aberdeen, Manalapan, Old Bridge, Bridgewater, Piscataway, Toms River, Barnegat, Manahawkin. Opportunities throughout Monmouth, Ocean, Somerset, and Middlesex Counties!

The New Jersey Institute for Disabilities (NJID) is one of the largest not-for-profit agencies of its kind in the nation, providing services to 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!

We are currently hiring Direct Support Professionals to assist residents with developmental disabilities with activities of daily living in a residential setting.

Job Responsibilities of a Direct Support Professional:

• Assist and/or supervise in activities of 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 the pursuit of recreational, social, and community activities based on their preferences and individual plans

Job 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

Benefits:

• 100% Paid Health and Dental Insurance for Employees (For Full-Time Employees only)
• Tuition Reimbursement (For Full-Time Employees Only)
• Vision (For Full-Time EmployeesOnly)
• Retirement Plan (For Full-Time EmployeesOnly)
• Paid Sick Leave
• 403(b) Plan
• On-the-Job Training
• Extra Work Hours Available
• Growth Opportunities

Please apply online at www.njid.org and click on the careers tab, or fax your resume to 732-590-1798.

NJID EOE 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 on the basis of 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.