Part-Time DSP: Compassionate Direct Care Specialist

Catholic Charities-Dept For Persons With Disabilities (DPD); Wayne (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PAID training

Medical/vision and dental

Life insurance (agency-paid)

Supplemental life insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Accidental/Critical Illness Insurance

403B (with company-matching)

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Department for Persons with Disabilities (DPD) is seeking a Direct Support Professional/Residential Counselor to assist adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in group homes. The role focuses on healthcare, safety, daily living, and community activities, including medication administration and daily documentation.

Shifts include regular pay rates: $20.49/hour Mon-Fri and $21.49/hour for weekend shifts. Part-time schedule available (13 hours/week).

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent is required.
• Valid (non-provisional) drivers license.
• Ability to meet CPR/First Aid and emergency evacuation procedures.

Responsibilities

• Help meet residents' personal health, safety and welfare.
• Assist with bathing/toileting, and life skills activities.
• Administer and/or assist with medication administration.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, co-workers and residents.
• Drive residents to/from day programs using agency vehicles.
• Document daily services provided.
• Assist with community-based activities.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Medication administration

CPR/First Aid

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Department for Persons with Disabilities (DPD) is seeking a Direct Support Professional/Residential Counselor to assist adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in group homes. The role focuses on healthcare, safety, daily living, and community activities, including medication administration and daily documentation.

Shifts include regular pay rates: $20.49/hour Mon-Fri and $21.49/hour for weekend shifts. Part-time schedule available (13 hours/week).