Direct Support Specialist for Autism & Lifeskills

Eden Autism Services; Plainsboro Township (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

Retirement savings

Paid time off

Life insurance

Job summary

Eden Autism Services is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to support adults in group homes and day programs in New Jersey. Training is provided, with 2 weeks of paid training for Adult Services roles, and flexible schedules including weekends and 3-day rotations.

A valid driver’s license with a clean record is required. Responsibilities include promoting safety, teaching life skills, assisting with daily activities, and transporting participants as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license with clean record and at least 3 years of driving experience.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and meet physical requirements.
• PCM certification required and must be maintained.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word/Excel) and using an iPad for data collection.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of participants at all times.
• Teach basic life skills (cooking, laundry, personal hygiene).
• Assist with employment skills and accompany participants on site visits.
• Transport participants to group homes and day centers and around the community.
• Document progress and communicate with families and supervisors.

Skills

Driving experience

Lift 50 lbs

PCM certification

iPad data collection

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

PCM certification

Apple iPad data collection

Job description

Eden Autism Services is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to support adults in group homes and day programs in New Jersey. Training is provided, with 2 weeks of paid training for Adult Services roles, and flexible schedules including weekends and 3-day rotations.

A valid driver’s license with a clean record is required. Responsibilities include promoting safety, teaching life skills, assisting with daily activities, and transporting participants as needed.