Part-Time Direct Support Professional: Residential Counselor

Caritas Gala; New Jersey; Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Medical/Dental

Life insurance

FSA

403B

Job summary

Catholic Charities, Department for Persons with Disabilities (DPD) in New Jersey, seeks a Direct Support Professional/Residential Counselor to help residents with daily living in group homes. You will assist with personal care, supervision, and community activities, ensuring safety and wellbeing.

Shifts listed include part-time Monday and Friday mornings and weekend coverage; regular pay rates apply, with paid training and a full benefits package for eligible full-time staff.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent is required
• Valid driver’s license required
• CPR/First Aid certification or ability preferred

Responsibilities

• Help meet residents' personal health, safety and welfare in group homes
• Assist with bathing, toileting, grooming and daily living tasks
• Supervise and assist with cooking, cleaning and life skills
• Administer and/or assist with medication administration
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers and residents
• Transport residents to activities using agency vehicles
• Document services provided daily
• Assist with community-based activities

Skills

DSP Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Medication administration

CPR/First Aid

Driver's license

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Job description

Catholic Charities, Department for Persons with Disabilities (DPD) in New Jersey, seeks a Direct Support Professional/Residential Counselor to help residents with daily living in group homes. You will assist with personal care, supervision, and community activities, ensuring safety and wellbeing.

Shifts listed include part-time Monday and Friday mornings and weekend coverage; regular pay rates apply, with paid training and a full benefits package for eligible full-time staff.