Direct Support Specialist: Flexible Hours & Growth

Abound Health; Pine Brook (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Signing bonus

Paid onboarding & training

Career growth opportunities

Company events & socializing with peer

Medical, dental, life insurance and 40

Job summary

Abound Health is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to provide caregiving and daily living support for individuals with IDD in Pinebrook, NJ. You will assist with ADLs, community participation, and behavioral support while helping clients live independently.

Starting pay is $23/hour for non-acuity and $33/hour for acuity, plus a $1,000 signing bonus paid in installments when averaging 20+ hours/week. Flexible schedules and paid onboarding & training are offered.

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 as needed.
• Complete documentation and maintain schedules.
• Complete ongoing training and professional development.

Skills

Compassionate

Reliable

Communication

Job description

Abound Health is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to provide caregiving and daily living support for individuals with IDD in Pinebrook, NJ. You will assist with ADLs, community participation, and behavioral support while helping clients live independently.

Starting pay is $23/hour for non-acuity and $33/hour for acuity, plus a $1,000 signing bonus paid in installments when averaging 20+ hours/week. Flexible schedules and paid onboarding & training are offered.