Full-Time Direct Support Professional — Residential Counselor

Catholic Charities-Dept For Persons With Disabilities (DPD); Jefferson Township (NJ); On-site; USD 57,997,000 - 59,237,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PAID training

Medical/vision and dental

Life insurance

Job summary

Department for Persons with Disabilities (DPD) is seeking a Direct Support Professional/Residential Counselor to provide direct care in group homes. Responsibilities include helping residents with personal care, daily activities, and medication administration.

Hours are 40 per week (Mon-Fri 8:00am-4:00pm). Paid training and a comprehensive benefits package are offered to full-time staff.

Qualifications

• Direct care experience with adults with ID/DD preferred.
• HS diploma or equivalent required.
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care (bathing, toileting) and daily living activities.
• Supervise and participate in cooking and cleaning, support life skills.
• Administer and assist with medication administration.
• Communicate effectively with residents and staff.
• Transport residents to programs using agency vehicles.
• Document services provided daily.
• Support participation in community activities.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication

Team player

CPR/First Aid

Drivers license

Experience with ID/DD population

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Tools

Driver’s license

Job description

Department for Persons with Disabilities (DPD) is seeking a Direct Support Professional/Residential Counselor to provide direct care in group homes. Responsibilities include helping residents with personal care, daily activities, and medication administration.

Hours are 40 per week (Mon-Fri 8:00am-4:00pm). Paid training and a comprehensive benefits package are offered to full-time staff.