DSP Program Assistant — Direct Support & Training Lead

Department for Persons with Disabilities; Jefferson Township (NJ); On-site; USD 27,552 - 37,195; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PAID training

Medical/vision and dental

Life insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Accidental/Critical Illness Insurance

403B with company matching

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Department for Persons with Disabilities seeks a Direct Support Professional - Program Assistant to support residents in our group homes. This 40-hour position partners with the Program Director to deliver quality services and ensure daily operations meet agency standards.

You will assist with training, meal planning, medication coordination, documentation, and on-call responsibilities, while fostering a caring, team-driven environment.

Qualifications

• One year experience working with persons with developmental disabilities.
• Must have valid NJ driver’s license with ≤5 points.
• 18+ years old and High School/GED diploma.
• Willingness to drive agency vehicles to transport recipients.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Program Director to provide quality services in the home.
• Supervise and train residential counselors with Director and Associate Director.
• Prepare menus, grocery lists, and coordinate activities for residents.
• Ensure medications are stocked and coordinate with the pharmacy.
• Maintain health and clothing needs; document thoroughly and comply with standards.

Skills

CPR/First Aid

Computer literacy

Team collaboration

Education

High School/GED diploma

Job description

Department for Persons with Disabilities seeks a Direct Support Professional - Program Assistant to support residents in our group homes. This 40-hour position partners with the Program Director to deliver quality services and ensure daily operations meet agency standards.

You will assist with training, meal planning, medication coordination, documentation, and on-call responsibilities, while fostering a caring, team-driven environment.