Overnight Direct Support Professional - Group Home Care

Catholic Charities-Dept For Persons With Disabilities (DPD); Jefferson Township (NJ); On-site; USD 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PAID training

Medical/vision and dental

Life insurance (agency-paid)

Flexible spending accounts

Accidental/Critical Illness Insurance

403B

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Catholic Charities-Dept For Persons With Disabilities (DPD) is seeking a Direct Support Professional/Overnight Residential Counselor (DSP) in New Jersey. The role supports residents in group homes with personal care, safety and daily living tasks.

The position is part-time (16 hours per week) with Sunday and Monday night shifts (11:00 PM–7:00 AM). Pay is $20.49/hour weekdays and $21.49/hour on weekend shifts; full benefits are available for qualifying roles.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent is required.
• A valid (non-provisional) driver’s license is required.
• Experience with ID/DD population is a plus.
• Must meet the physical requirements of CPR/First Aid and emergency procedures.

Responsibilities

• Direct care to residents in group homes to support personal health, safety and welfare.
• Assist with bathing, toileting, cleaning, cooking and life skills.
• Administer and/or assist with medication administration.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, co-workers and residents.
• Drive residents to/from day programs using agency vehicles.
• Maintain daily documentation of services provided.
• Assist with community-based activities.

Skills

Teamwork

CPR/First Aid

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Job description

Catholic Charities-Dept For Persons With Disabilities (DPD) is seeking a Direct Support Professional/Overnight Residential Counselor (DSP) in New Jersey. The role supports residents in group homes with personal care, safety and daily living tasks.

The position is part-time (16 hours per week) with Sunday and Monday night shifts (11:00 PM–7:00 AM). Pay is $20.49/hour weekdays and $21.49/hour on weekend shifts; full benefits are available for qualifying roles.