Weekend DSP: Residential Counselor

Catholic Charities-Dept For Persons With Disabilities (DPD); Mahola (NJ); On-site; USD 43,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PAID training

Medical/vision and dental

Life insurance

403B

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Catholic Charities-Dept For Persons With Disabilities (DPD) is seeking a Direct Support Professional/Residential Counselor to support residents in our group homes. The role includes assisting with personal care, daily activities and medication administration, and requires a valid driver’s license.

Shifts are Friday 3:00pm-11:00pm, Saturday 3:00pm-11:00pm, and Sunday 3:00pm-10:00pm. This part-time position offers paid training and a comprehensive benefits package for eligible staff.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent.
• A valid (non-provisional) driver’s license.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of CPR/First Aid and emergency procedures.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Direct care

Medication administration

Communication

Driver's license

Documentation

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Catholic Charities-Dept For Persons With Disabilities (DPD) is seeking a Direct Support Professional/Residential Counselor to support residents in our group homes. The role includes assisting with personal care, daily activities and medication administration, and requires a valid driver’s license.

Shifts are Friday 3:00pm-11:00pm, Saturday 3:00pm-11:00pm, and Sunday 3:00pm-10:00pm. This part-time position offers paid training and a comprehensive benefits package for eligible staff.