Direct Support Specialist: Empower Lives & Growth

Devereux; Sparta Township (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24 days PTO during first year

Sick time 64 hours

Affordable health benefits after 30d

Student loan reimbursement ASCEND

Competitive salary & growth

Job summary

Devereux New Jersey is seeking Direct Support Professionals to assist adults with autism and developmental disabilities in daily living and community participation. You will join a collaborative team, provide care, safety, and skill-building support in residential or day-program settings.

We offer up to 24 days paid time off in year one, sick time, affordable health benefits after 30 days, student loan reimbursement, and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED.
• A valid, non-provisional driver's license.
• At least 21 years of age.
• Two-week paid orientation training (hybrid and in-person).
• Sound judgment and the ability to respond calmly, know when to ask for support.
• Empathy, reliability, and a team-oriented approach to supporting adults with autism and developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Direct Support Professionals may work in residential group homes or vocational day programs.
• Help ensure the safety, health, and well-being of individuals in our care.
• Coach and assist individuals as they build daily living skills, including food preparation, cooking, cleaning, and shopping.
• Support the planning, implementation, and documentation of programs that address each individual's social, emotional, physical, and personal needs.
• Plan and participate in community-based employment, volunteer opportunities, (day program) and outings that promote involvement and independence.
• Build positive, productive relationships with individuals’ family members to help ensure the individual thrives under the care we provide.
• Safely transporting our individuals could include but not limited to doctor appointments, day program and scheduled community activities.

Skills

High school diploma

Driver's license

21+ years old

Orientation training

Judgment

Empathy & teamwork

Job description

Devereux New Jersey is seeking Direct Support Professionals to assist adults with autism and developmental disabilities in daily living and community participation. You will join a collaborative team, provide care, safety, and skill-building support in residential or day-program settings.

We offer up to 24 days paid time off in year one, sick time, affordable health benefits after 30 days, student loan reimbursement, and opportunities for career growth.