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

KAHAK NJ INC; New York (NY); In loco; USD 21.000 - 26.000; Tempo pieno

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KAHAK NJ INC is seeking compassionate Direct Support Professionals to work with individuals who have intellectual disabilities. The role focuses on promoting independence, life skills, and community engagement while providing safe, personalized support.

The position requires CPR/First Aid, valid authorization to work in the United States, and a background check clearance, along with a high school diploma and at least 1 year of healthcare experience.

Competenze

• Patience and empathy when supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Adaptability to varied shifts, including days, evenings, and weekends.
• Experience in healthcare or caregiving is valued.

Mansioni

• Assist individuals with ADLs, including grooming, cooking, cleaning and hygiene.
• Support community participation and recreational activities.
• Accompany individuals to appointments, shopping, or outings.
• Encourage skill-building for independence and life skills.
• Implement and document individualized support plans and ISP outcomes.
• Teach skills such as cooking, budgeting and personal safety.
• Support communication and self-advocacy efforts.
• Report incidents or changes to the supervisor promptly.

Conoscenze

Compassionate care

Empathy

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Formazione

High School Diploma or equivalent

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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:

HunterdonCounty, NJ