Overnight Direct Support Professional — Community Care

Caritas Gala; New Jersey; On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PAID training

Medical/vision and dental

Life insurance (agency-paid)

Flexible spending accounts

Accidental/Critical Illness Insurance

403B (with company-matching)

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Catholic Charities in New Jersey is seeking a Direct Support Professional/Overnight Residential Counselor (DSP) to support adults with disabilities in our group homes. The role involves ensuring personal health and safety, assisting with daily living activities, and administering medications when needed, with outreach and documentation.

The position requires a HS diploma or equivalent, a valid driver's license, and CPR/First Aid readiness.

Qualifications

• Be motivated to work as part of a team that acts in the best interest of residents.
• Experience with ID/DD population is a plus.
• HS diploma or equivalent is required.
• A valid (non-provisional) driver’s license is required.
• Must meet CPR/First Aid and emergency evacuation procedures.

Responsibilities

• Help meet personal health, safety and welfare of residents in the group home.
• Assist/supervise in bathing, toileting, cleaning, cooking and life skills.
• Administer or assist with medication administration.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, co-workers and residents.
• Drive residents to/from day programs using agency vehicles.
• Record daily services provided and maintain documentation.
• Assist with community-based activities.

Skills

Team player

ID/DD population experience

HS diploma or equivalent

Driver’s license

CPR/First Aid training

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Tools

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

Catholic Charities in New Jersey is seeking a Direct Support Professional/Overnight Residential Counselor (DSP) to support adults with disabilities in our group homes. The role involves ensuring personal health and safety, assisting with daily living activities, and administering medications when needed, with outreach and documentation.

The position requires a HS diploma or equivalent, a valid driver's license, and CPR/First Aid readiness.