Part Time Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Visiting-Angels; Wall (SD); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Holiday Pay

Referral Bonuses

Direct Deposit

Weekly Pay

Daily Pay

Continuing Education

Job summary

Visiting Angels in Wall, NJ is seeking a Part Time Direct Support Professional (DSP) to assist clients in their homes across the Southern Monmouth County area. You will provide personal care, companionship, meal preparation, light housekeeping, and safe transportation support on a per-diem, non-exempt basis.

The role requires an HHA certification and a high school diploma, with preferred access to a reliable vehicle and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• HHA certification issued by NJ State Board of Nursing.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver's license with car insurance preferred and reliable vehicle recommended.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Excellent time-management and multitasking abilities are required.
• Reliable transportation to client homes as scheduled.
• Physically capable of assisting with groceries, mobility, and daily tasks.
• Willingness to perform housekeeping and cooking while following dietary restrictions.
• Must comply with state and office health and safety standards.
• Compassion and a desire to brighten clients' days are essential.
• Ability to observe patients accurately and respond to health changes promptly.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care and hygiene.
• Support light exercise or walks with clients.
• Plan and prepare meals with clients.
• Perform light housekeeping.
• Report health changes or incidents promptly.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Respond quickly in emergencies.
• Chaperone shopping trips with clients.
• Encourage adherence to medication schedules.
• Assist with mobility at home and during appointments.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Physical endurance

Housekeeping

Cooking

Compassion

Patient observation

Reliable transportation

Education

HHA certification

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Valid Driver's License

Car Insurance

Job description

Part Time Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Visiting Angels of Wall is hiring caregivers to serve our treasured clients throughout the Southern Monmouth County area including Tinton Falls, Manasquan, Spring Lake, Sea Girt, Neptune, and many more. Come be part of an office that belongs to the nation's #1 network for at-home care. Make a difference while enjoying a fulfilling career with flexible schedules, competitive wages, and growth opportunities.

As a Visiting Angels Part Time Direct Support Professional (DSP), you'll play a vital role in enriching the quality of life of clients and supporting their wellness in accordance with their custom care plans. This can include:

• Helping clients with personal care and hygiene
• Assisting clients with light physical exercise or walks
• Planning and preparing meals with clients
• Handling light housekeeping duties
• Reporting health changes or unusual incidents
• Providing pleasant, supportive companionship
• Responding quickly and responsibly in emergencies
• Accompanying and supervise clients during shopping trips
• Reminding clients to take prescription medications appropriately
• Providing assistance with mobility and ambulation both at home and during appointments/errands

A Visiting Angels Part Time Direct Support Professional (DSP) works under a Registered Nurse, and there are no supervision responsibilities with this position. The CHHA has HIPAA restricted access to certain client information, and is an hourly per-diem, non-exempt Direct Care staff member with no guaranteed minimum number of hours per week.

Visiting Angels offers opportunities for advanced training in areas like dementia care and/or Alzheimer’s care for caregivers seeking to broaden their skills.

Part Time Direct Support Professional (DSP) Job Requirements:

• Valid certification as a Home Health Aide (HHA), licensed by the New Jersey State Board of Nursing
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• Preferred to posses a Valid Drivers License, Car Insurance, and a Reliable Personal Vehicle to use to transport clients
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are a must
• Have excellent time-management skills and can juggle multiple duties at once
• Reliable transportation to get to and from client homes at the times you're scheduled to provide care
• Feel confident in your physical endurance when it comes to things like carrying groceries and physically supporting a client
• Feel comfortable performing housekeeping and cooking duties while adhering to applicable dietary constraints
• Are willing and able to comply with state and office-specific health and safety standards (ex., background check)
• Have compassion, understanding, and a desire to brighten the day of each client
• Ability to perform patient observation accurately and respond promptly to changing health conditions

Benefits Offered:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Holiday Pay
• Referral Bonuses
• Direct Deposit
• Weekly Pay
• Daily Pay
• Continuing Education

Shift Options:

• Full Time
• Part Time
• 8 Hour Shifts
• 10 Hour Shifts
• 12 Hour Shifts
• PRN
• Short Shift