Empathetic Direct Support Professional - Flexible Hours

Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, Inc.; Point Pleasant Beach (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Hourly rate $18-$20

Flexible hours

Feeling of fulfillment

Job summary

Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, Inc. is seeking Direct Support Professionals to assist individuals with autism and intellectual disabilities in community and home-based settings. You will support skill development, engage in community activities, and uphold annual training requirements.

Candidates should have a HS diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and be willing to undergo background checks. The role offers flexible hours and a supportive, self-employed contract arrangement.

Qualifications

• Must be compassionate and willing to care for the well-being of others.
• Minimum of a High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED).
• Must be willing to complete given background checks.
• Must have a valid Driver's License and existing insurance.
• Must be willing and able to drive individuals in personal car throughout the community.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Flexibility is preferred to allow more opportunity for individual assignments.

Responsibilities

• Assist Individuals as they develop and maintain skills to improve their daily-living and social skills.
• Engage in activities with Individuals to live more independently within the community and/or be more productive and participatory in community life.
• Maintain annual 24 hour training requirements.

Skills

Compassion

Driver's license

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Background checks

Flexible schedule

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, Inc. is seeking Direct Support Professionals to assist individuals with autism and intellectual disabilities in community and home-based settings. You will support skill development, engage in community activities, and uphold annual training requirements.

Candidates should have a HS diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and be willing to undergo background checks. The role offers flexible hours and a supportive, self-employed contract arrangement.