Residential Support Specialist — Empower & Transport

The Arc of Union County; Springfield (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arc of Union County in New Jersey is seeking a Support Professional, Residential to provide safe, reliable support to individuals with developmental disabilities. The role focuses on promoting independence, implementing ISP-based plans, and assisting with daily living activities.

Responsibilities include transporting recipients in a 6-passenger van to programs and community outings, teaching skills, and mentoring service recipients with a person-centered approach.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Must have a valid New Jersey driver’s license with abstract (not exceeding 5 points), and ability to meet agency insurability requirements.
• Complete State/Federal Criminal Background checks and Central Registry checks.

Responsibilities

• Provide transportation to and from program and to the community during outings in a 6-12 passenger vehicle.
• Implement and facilitate behavioral/habilitation plans, teach and monitor skills development and provide support and mentoring for all service recipients through a person-centered approach.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Ability to obtain background checks

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Arc of Union County in New Jersey is seeking a Support Professional, Residential to provide safe, reliable support to individuals with developmental disabilities. The role focuses on promoting independence, implementing ISP-based plans, and assisting with daily living activities.

Responsibilities include transporting recipients in a 6-passenger van to programs and community outings, teaching skills, and mentoring service recipients with a person-centered approach.