Weekend Direct Support Professionals

Heart to Heart Health Care Services; East Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Heart to Heart Health Care Services is seeking Direct Support Professionals for part-time and per diem weekend shifts in multiple New Jersey locations. The role focuses on compassionate, person-centered care for individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, with emphasis on independence and daily living support.

Responsibilities include transportation, assistance with daily activities, and promoting safety, dignity, and progress toward personal goals in a group home setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Driver’s license and a second form of ID are required.
• Physical and PPD within the last year.

Responsibilities

• Direct care to individuals with IDD in a group home setting.
• Provide support, transportation and assistance to help daily routines.

Skills

Compassionate care

Direct support

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Driver’s License

Second form of ID

Job description

• Location Main St.,East Orange, NJ, 07018,United States
• Base Pay $18.00 - $19.00 / Hour
• Required Degree High school

Direct Support Care - Part Time and Per Diem - Weekends
Locations - West Orange, Roselle, Clifton, Cranford, Wayne, Totowa, Greenbrook Twp, Stirling

Heart to Heart is seeking professional, compassionate Direct Support Professionals who are enthusiastic about making a positive difference in the lives of individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.

Requirements

• Driver’s License and second form of ID
• Physical and PPD within the last year
• Diploma or Equivalent

Job Description

Direct Support to individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities in a Group Home setting. Provide support, transportation and assistance for each individual to enable her/him to complete daily routines in a safe, healthy, productive and dignified manner. This usually includes toileting, bathing, dressing, laundry, supervision of recreation. Encourages independence by providing both the opportunity and the appropriate levels of skill training for the individuals in categories such as self-care, household chores, social skills, recreation skills, etc.