Evening Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Empower Lives

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; Bridgewater Township (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arc of Somerset County is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) for the 4pm to 11pm shift in Somerset County group homes. This role supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, focusing on daily living skills, nutrition, and community participation.

Requirements include a HS diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, and at least one year of I/DD experience preferred. Pay is $18.91 per hour, with responsibilities across personal care, ISP collaboration, and

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Valid Driver’s license.
• One year’s experience I/DD (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Assist consumers, as needed, in skill development, activities of daily living, personal care, domestic living, recreation and socialization.
• Ensure assigned clients’ nutritional needs; assisting with feeding as necessary.
• Assist consumers in nutritional planning, grocery shopping and preparation of all meals.
• Collaborate on the development/implementation of consumers’ Individual Service plans (ISP).
• Train and support consumers in all areas of their ISP.
• Assist with medication administration.
• Train and support consumers in the community including: social, recreational, cultural, religion and education networks.

Skills

Driver's license

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

The Arc of Somerset County is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) for the 4pm to 11pm shift in Somerset County group homes. This role supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, focusing on daily living skills, nutrition, and community participation.

Requirements include a HS diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, and at least one year of I/DD experience preferred. Pay is $18.91 per hour, with responsibilities across personal care, ISP collaboration, and