Lead Direct Support Professional

Advancing-Opportunities,-Inc.; Marlboro Township (NJ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Generous paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness programs

$500 employee referral bonus

Employee discount programs

Company-paid training

Paid orientation and training programs

Opportunities to grow

Job summary

Advancing Opportunities, Inc. is seeking a Lead Direct Support Professional to support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities at the Newton Group Home in Marlboro, NJ.

The role involves leading DSP staff, coordinating with managers, and delivering high-quality care in a residential setting. The position offers a Tue-Sat schedule (3:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m.) with weekend pay at $20.16/hour and weekday pay at $19.16/hour, plus benefits and opportunities for growth within the program and

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license.
• At least three years of Direct Support Professional experience working with individuals who have behavioral support needs.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, guardians, employees, healthcare providers, and community partners.
• Ability to complete all required orientation and pre-service training.
• Ability to successfully complete state and federal criminal background checks.
• Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening.
• Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment physical and PPD screening.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Group Home Managers to ensure services and daily operations meet program and agency standards.
• Provide guidance, mentorship, and support to Direct Support Professional staff.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with guardians, healthcare providers, doctors, and community agencies.
• Provide direct care and support to residents in accordance with their individualized needs and goals.
• Assist residents with daily living skills, including cooking, housekeeping, personal hygiene, and household routines.
• Support health and wellness needs, including personal and medical care as authorized and trained.
• Encourage healthy living practices and participation in wellness activities.
• Support community participation through shopping, appointments, and outings.
• Promote social and emotional development, including communication, coping skills, friendships, and relationship building.
• Assist residents with budgeting, purchasing, and money-management skills.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and complete documentation.
• Follow all agency policies, procedures, program requirements, and applicable care standards.
• Promote independence, dignity, inclusion, autonomy, and personal choice in all services.
• Help maintain a safe, respectful, and supportive residential environment.

Skills

Direct Support Professional expertise

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Lead Direct Support Professional

Regular Full Time Service Worker Marlboro, NJ, US

8 days ago Requisition ID: 9982

Salary Range: $19.16 To $20.16 Hourly

Make a Difference Every Day

Lead Direct Support Professional

Advancing Opportunities, Inc.
Location: Marlboro, NJ
Program: Newton Group Home
Position Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Tuesday through Saturday, 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Pay:$19.16/hour and $20.16/hour on weekends
DailyPay Available

Looking for More Than Just a Job?

At Advancing Opportunities, we believe every person deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful, fulfilling, and independent life.

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Lead Direct Support Professional (DSP) to support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities at our Newton Group Home in Marlboro, New Jersey.

As a Lead DSP, you will provide direct support to residents while working closely with Group Home Managers to promote high-quality care, maintain program standards, mentor DSP staff, and support effective communication with guardians, healthcare professionals, and community agencies.

Our Mission

To achieve full societal participation for all people with disabilities.

Why Join Our Team?

• Competitive compensation
• DailyPay, providing access to earned wages before payday
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Generous paid time off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness programs
• $500 employee referral bonus
• Employee discount programs
• Company-paid training
• Paid orientation and training programs
• Opportunities to grow across multiple programs and service lines

Meaningful Work That Matters

• Make a difference in the lives of adults with disabilities
• Promote independence, dignity, autonomy, and personal choice
• Build meaningful relationships with residents
• Mentor and support Direct Support Professional staff
• Strengthen individuals, families, and communities

What You’ll Do

As a Lead Direct Support Professional, you will:

• Collaborate with Group Home Managers to ensure services and daily operations meet program and agency standards
• Provide guidance, mentorship, and support to Direct Support Professional staff
• Communicate professionally and effectively with guardians, healthcare providers, doctors, and community agencies
• Provide direct care and support to residents in accordance with their individualized needs and goals
• Assist residents with daily living skills, including cooking, housekeeping, personal hygiene, and household routines
• Support health and wellness needs, including personal and medical care as authorized and trained
• Encourage healthy living practices and participation in wellness activities
• Support community participation through shopping, recreation, appointments, and outings
• Promote social and emotional development, including communication, coping skills, friendships, and relationship building
• Assist residents with budgeting, purchasing, and money-management skills
• Maintain accurate, timely, and complete documentation
• Follow all agency policies, procedures, program requirements, and applicable care standards
• Promote independence, dignity, inclusion, autonomy, and personal choice in all services
• Help maintain a safe, respectful, and supportive residential environment

Who We’re Looking For

You may be a great fit if you are:

• Dependable
• Professional
• Team-oriented
• Service-focused
• Positive
• Organized
• Comfortable providing leadership and guidance
• Committed to helping others achieve greater independence

Qualifications

Required

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• High school diploma or GED
• Valid driver’s license
• At least three years of Direct Support Professional experience working with individuals who have behavioral support needs
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, guardians, employees, healthcare providers, and community partners
• Ability to complete all required orientation and pre-service training
• Ability to successfully complete state and federal criminal background checks
• Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening
• Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment physical and PPD screening

Preferred

• At least one year of lead or supervisory experience

Schedule

• Full-Time
• Tuesday through Saturday
• 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
• Saturday hours are paid at the weekend rate of $20.16/hour
• Weekday hours are paid at the regular rate of $19.16/hour

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and assist individuals as needed
• Ability to participate in household and community-based activities
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation

About Our Organization

Advancing Opportunities, Inc., an affiliate of Apis Services, is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides services and supports to people with disabilities and their families so they can live as independently as possible. Recognized as one of New Jersey’s leading disability service providers, the agency is committed to delivering person-centered services in the community.

Apis Services, Inc. provides administrative services, including recruiting and onboarding support, to more than 30 for-profit and nonprofit organizations across the United States, allowing those organizations to focus on their essential missions. Apis Services is a progressive organization with more than 3,500 employees nationwide and continues to grow.

The employment opportunities available to dedicated and caring job seekers are extensive. Join us in making a difference in the lives of the people we serve by connecting good people with organizations that carry out important missions.

Apis Services, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Inperium, Inc., provides a progressive platform for delivering shared services to Inperium and its constellation of affiliate companies.

Employment for this position is administered through Apis Services, Inc.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Apis Services, Inc., Inperium, Inc., and their affiliates provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment.

All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

This policy of nondiscrimination and equal employment opportunity extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment.