Part-time Direct Support Professional (J09_26)

REED Next; Glen Rock (NJ); Sur place; USD 21 000 - 30 000; Temps partiel

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Subsidized health, dental & vision

176 hours of PTO

401k retirement benefits

Retention bonus of $2000

Résumé du poste

REED Next is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to assist individuals in a residential program in Glen Rock, NJ. The DSP will support skill-building, independence, and community participation, with a 26-hour per week schedule and opportunities for growth in human services.

Responsibilities include personal care, daily living skills, documentation, and ensuring health and safety. Requirements include age 20+, CPR/First Aid, and US work authorization; experience with autism is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be 20 years of age.
• Participate and pass Pre-Employment, In-Service and Annual Training requirements of NJ DDD & REED Next.
• Obtain CPR & First Aid. Valid driver’s license and clean criminal record.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral in English.
• Experience working with adults with autism is preferred.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Responsabilités

• Assist individuals with personal care needs (toileting, bathing, eating).
• Teach daily living skills (household chores, laundry, cleaning, dishes).
• Support participation in recreational and community activities.
• Keep residence clean and organized; promote upkeep per plans.
• Prepare meals tailored to individual needs and preferences.
• Provide transportation to program sites as needed.
• Implement Individual & Behavior Support Plans.
• Monitor health and safety; provide supervision.
• Record progress and maintain documentation accurately.

Connaissances

Strong communication

English proficiency

Training compliance

US work authorization

Formation

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Description du poste

Job Overview:

REED Next is looking for a Direct Support Professional (DSP) for their Residential Program. The DSP supports individuals as they build skills, gain independence, and lead fuller lives in the community. We also offer comprehensive benefits, a team committed to your growth, and a meaningful path forward in human services.

26-hr part time schedule: Sun: 4pm–10pm | Mon: Off | Tue: Off | Wed: Off | Thu: 4pm–10pm | Fri: 4pm–10pm | Sat: 8am–4pm

Key Responsibilities:

• Assists and encourages individuals to care for immediate personal needs such as toileting, showering, and eating

• Teaches individuals daily skills such as household chores, laundry, cleaning, and washing dishes, as appropriate according to their individual plan

• Assists individuals in the pursuit of recreational, social and community activities based on their preferences and individual plans

• Keeps residence – both interior and exterior – and resident personal space clean, organized, and tidy and encourage them to participate in home beautification and upkeep as appropriate according to their individual plans

• Prepares nutritional meals based on individual needs and preferences

• Empowers parents / guardians and community members in their roles to support individuals served

• Models appropriate behaviors necessary for successful adjustment and immersion into community participation and living

• Provides transportation to and from program sites

• Implements Individual & Behavior Support Plans

• Monitors the health and safety of individuals served (includes providing appropriate supervision)

• Reports Unusual Incidents in accordance with policy and procedure

• Records client progress and maintain records of services performed

• Ensures that all documentation is completed accurately and in a timely manner

• Follows all protocols, program and schedules as indicated by the Clinical Team

• Administers medications to individuals as assigned

• Ensures each individuals’ rights are protected

• Treats individuals with dignity, respect and fairness

• All other duties as assigned

• All employees are required to cooperate with the licensee and Division staff in any inspection or investigation

Experience and Qualifications:

• Must be 20 years of age. Bachelor’s degree preferred.

• Participate and pass Pre-Employment, In-Service and Annual Training requirements of NJ DDD & REED Next.

• Obtain CPR & First Aid. Valid driver’s license and motor vehicle record is in compliance with organization’s driving policy. Clear criminal record and other background checks in accordance with NJ DDD State & REED Next requirements.

• Strong communication skills, both written and oral are required. Ability to pass all required training. Ability to convey, understand and follow spoken and written instructions in English.

• Experience working with adults with autism is preferred.

• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Benefits (applicable to full-time employees):

• Subsidized health, dental & vision insurance (available after 90 days of service)

• 176 hours of PTO

• 401k retirement benefits (available after 1 year of service)

• A $2000 retention bonus - details and service requirements shared upon employment. (Available once per lifetime. Not applicable for current staff)