Direct Support Specialist — Paid Training & Growth

Community Options, Inc.; Adelphia (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid holidays

Generous PTO

401k retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Career growth opportunities

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. in Middlesex County, NJ is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff and Home Health Aides to provide person-centered care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

This position offers paid training and opportunities for professional growth. Starting pay is $18.81 per hour and schedules include full-time, part-time and PRN opportunities.

Qualifications

• Direct care skills and compassionate interactions with individuals with disabilities.
• Ability to establish supportive relationships and work in a team.
• Ability to follow care plans and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Assist with daily routines including cleaning, cooking, feeding, medication administration, and maintaining personal hygiene.
• Monitor health and medical needs and report concerns promptly.
• Assist with learning and development of independent and community-based skills.
• Participate in community, social, and recreational activities with individuals.
• Transport individuals to medical appointments and community activities.
• Complete program documentation and billable records accurately and timely.
• Build and maintain relationships with community members, businesses, and families for support.
• Adhere to inspections and licensing requirements as needed.

Skills

Caregiver empathy

Communication

Patient care

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Community Options, Inc. in Middlesex County, NJ is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff and Home Health Aides to provide person-centered care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

This position offers paid training and opportunities for professional growth. Starting pay is $18.81 per hour and schedules include full-time, part-time and PRN opportunities.