Direct Support Specialist — Flexible Hours and Growth

aboundhealth; Allenhurst (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Weekly pay

Signing bonus

Paid onboarding

Career growth

Scholarship program

Company events

Insurance and 401(k) eligibility

Job summary

Abound Health is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to provide caregiving and daily living support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in Asbury, NJ. DSPs help with ADLs, community participation, and behavioral support to enable independent living.

Paid training and growth opportunities are offered with a signing bonus. Starting pay is $23/hour (non-acuity) or $33/hour (acuity), plus a $1,000 signing bonus paid in installments for averaging 20+ hours

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Valid driver’s license, current automotive insurance, and reliable transportation.
• Ability to pass criminal record, driving record, and healthcare registry checks
• Willingness to address personal care needs when necessary
• Lifting may be required, depending on client needs

Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships and support individuals in achieving personal goals
• Assist with daily living activities such as meal preparation, hygiene, and household tasks
• Support individuals in community participation, employment, and social activities
• Use adaptive tools to aid learning and facilitate communication
• Encourage independence and help individuals develop new skills
• Monitor health and safety while maintaining a supportive environment
• Communicate with Abound team members, families, and external parties (case managers, etc.) as needed
• Complete documentation and maintaining schedules
• Complete ongoing training and professional development

Job description

Abound Health is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to provide caregiving and daily living support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in Asbury, NJ. DSPs help with ADLs, community participation, and behavioral support to enable independent living.

Paid training and growth opportunities are offered with a signing bonus. Starting pay is $23/hour (non-acuity) or $33/hour (acuity), plus a $1,000 signing bonus paid in installments for averaging 20+ hours