Direct Support Professionals (DSP) Needed in Gloucester County, NJ

KAHAK NJ INC; Clayton (NJ); Vor Ort; USD 26.000 - 36.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

KAHAK NJ INC is seeking compassionate and experienced Direct Support Professionals to work with individuals with intellectual disabilities in Gloucester County, NJ. The role focuses on fostering independence and life skills, including ADLs, community engagement, and personal safety.

Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, accompanying individuals to appointments and events, documenting ISP outcomes, and ensuring timely reporting of concerns to supervisors.

Qualifikationen

• CPR/First Aid certification is required.
• Authorization to work in the U.S. is required.
• Clearance of background check is required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum 1 year of healthcare experience is required.

Aufgaben

• Assist individuals with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including grooming, cooking, cleaning and personal hygiene.
• Support individuals in accessing and participating in community activities, and recreation.
• Accompany individuals to appointments, shopping, or social outings as needed.
• Encourage skill-building for community engagement (e.g., money management, transportation use, social interaction).
• Implement and document individualized support plans and goals (ISP outcomes).
• Teach and reinforce skills that promote independence, such as cooking, budgeting, and personal safety.
• Support communication and self-advocacy efforts.
• Report any incidents, changes in condition, or concerns to the supervisor promptly.

Kenntnisse

Patience

Empathy

Interpersonal communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Ausbildung

High School Diploma or equivalent

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description

About the Role

• We are seeking compassionate and experienced Direct Support Professionals to work with individuals experiencing intellectual disabilities. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while fostering independence and life skills in individuals.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including grooming, cooking, cleaning and personal hygiene.
• Support individuals in accessing and participating in community activities, and recreation.
• Accompany individuals to appointments, shopping, or social outings as needed.
• Encourage skill-building for community engagement (e.g., money management, transportation use, social interaction).
• Implement and document individualized support plans and goals (ISP outcomes).
• Teach and reinforce skills that promote independence, such as cooking, budgeting, and personal safety.
• Support communication and self-advocacy efforts.
• Report any incidents, changes in condition, or concerns to the supervisor promptly.

Requirements

• CPR/First Aid certification
• Authorization to work in the U.S.
• Clearance of background check
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 1 year of healthcare experience

Qualifications & Skills

• Patience, empathy, and a genuine desire to support individuals with intellectual disabilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including days, evenings, and weekend

Location: Gloucester County, NJ