Profesional de Apoyo Directo

Alay Home Care; Maplewood (NJ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical benefits

Dental and vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

ALAY Home Care seeks compassionate, Spanish-speaking Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to support individuals with developmental disabilities across New Jersey. Language: Spanish required; pay ranges from $21.40–$30.00 per hour.

Positions available full-time, part-time, and per diem at various NJ locations. Responsibilities include assisting with ADLs, providing companionship, documenting care, and following individual support plans.

Qualifications

• Fluency in Spanish; English communication skills preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate and personalized support to individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) including personal care and routines.
• Provide companionship, guidance, and emotional support.
• Support participation in community activities and appointments.
• Provide behavioral support and follow individual support plans.
• Assist with medication administration as permitted by training and requirements.
• Maintain communication with individuals, families, and care team.
• Document services provided and daily activities accurately.
• Follow company policies and NJ DDD requirements.
• Use EVV system to record shift times accurately.

Skills

Spanish fluency

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Spanish-Speaking Position

ALAY Home Care is seeking compassionate, responsible, and dedicated Spanish-speaking Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to provide support to individuals with developmental disabilities throughout New Jersey.

Position: Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Language: Spanish required
Employment Type: [Full-Time / Part-Time / Per Diem]
Pay: $21.40–$30.00 per hour
Location: Various locations throughout New Jersey

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate and personalized support to individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs), including personal care and daily routines.
• Provide companionship, guidance, and emotional support.
• Support individuals in participating in community activities and attending appointments.
• Provide behavioral support and follow individual support plans.
• Assist with medication administration as permitted by training and applicable requirements.
• Maintain effective communication with individuals receiving services, their families, and members of the care team.
• Accurately document services provided and daily activities.
• Follow all company policies and procedures, NJ DDD requirements, and individual-specific support requirements.
• Use the required Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) system to accurately record the start and end of each shift.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Fluency in Spanish; English communication skills are preferred.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification.
• Valid driver's license.
• Reliable transportation preferred, especially for positions that require community-based support.
• Previous experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities, behavioral needs, caregiving, or healthcare is preferred.
• Must be responsible, professional, compassionate, and able to work independently.
• Must successfully complete background checks, fingerprinting, drug screening, and other applicable NJ DDD requirements.

Why Work with ALAY Home Care?

• Competitive pay: $21.40–$30.00 per hour
• Medical benefits through Horizon BCBS
• Dental and vision insurance
• Paid time off / sick days
• Opportunities to make a positive impact in the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities
• Positions available in various areas throughout New Jersey