Substitute Direct Support Counselor – Evening & Overnight

The Arc of Somerset; Bridgewater Township (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The Arc of Somerset is seeking a Substitute Direct Support Counselor (Male) to cover evening and overnight shifts within Somerset County residences. This part-time role supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and provides essential daily living assistance.

Responsibilities include helping with daily living, nutrition planning, meal prep, ISP collaboration, medication support, community participation, and ensuring safety and dignity for clients who reside in

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Valid Driver's license.
• One year's experience I/DD (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Assist consumers, as needed, in skill development, activities of daily living, personal care, domestic living, recreation and socialization.
• Ensure assigned clients' nutritional needs; assisting with feeding as necessary.
• Assist consumers in nutritional planning, grocery shopping and preparation of all meals.
• Collaborate on the development/implementation of consumers' Individual Service plans (ISP).
• Train and support consumers in all areas of their ISP.
• Assist with medication administration.
• Train and support consumers in the community including: social, recreational, cultural, religion and education networks.

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

The Arc of Somerset is seeking a Substitute Direct Support Counselor (Male) to cover evening and overnight shifts within Somerset County residences. This part-time role supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and provides essential daily living assistance.

Responsibilities include helping with daily living, nutrition planning, meal prep, ISP collaboration, medication support, community participation, and ensuring safety and dignity for clients who reside in