Direct Support Professionals (DSP)

Community Options Enterprises; Metuchen (NJ); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Paid holidays

PTO

403b Retirement Plan

Insurance options

Career growth opportunities

Discount programs

Tuition partnerships

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. in Metuchen, NJ is hiring full-time Direct Support Professionals to provide person-centered care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. No experience is required as PAID training is provided, with starting pay of $17.50 per hour.

Shifts run Monday through Friday, 8 am–4 pm. The role includes direct care, transportation to appointments, and documentation responsibilities, with opportunities for career growth within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Employment contingent on background checks and drug testing.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Assist with daily routines including cleaning, cooking, feeding, medication administration, and personal hygiene.
• Monitor health and medical needs and report concerns promptly.
• Help individuals develop independent and community-based skills.
• Engage individuals in community, social, and recreational activities.
• Transport individuals to medical appointments and community activities.
• Ensure program documentation and billable records are accurate and timely.
• Build and maintain relationships with community members, businesses, and families to support individuals.
• Cooperate with licensing and department staff during inspections or inquiries.

Skills

Direct care

Crisis management

Communication

Driving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.

We are Now HiringFull-Time, Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, Home Health Aides in Metuchen, NJ toprovide person-centered care tailored to meet the needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This is a fantastic opportunity for professional growth, while making a difference!No experience required– we provide PAID training!

Starting pay is $17.50/per hour

Shift - Monday - Fri 8 am-4 pm

Responsibilities:

• Provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Assist with daily routines including cleaning, cooking, feeding, medication administration, and maintaining personal hygiene
• Monitor the health and medical needs of individuals and immediately report any concerns
• Assist with the learning and development of independent and community-based skills
• Participate with individuals in community, social, and recreational activities
• Drive individuals to medical appointments and activities in the community
• Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely
• Build a support network for individuals by developing and maintaining relationships with community members, businesses, and families
• Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
• Employee must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports
• Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing

Why Community Options?

• Competitive Insurance Options (Medical, Dental, Vision).
• Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday!
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Employee Incentive & Discount Programs.
• 403b Retirement Plan.
• Exceptional Career Growth Opportunities.
• Great coworkers/team that support you!
• University partnerships that include tuition reduction

Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V