Direct Support Professional (DSP) Position Available In Bergen, New Jersey

Direct Support Professional (DSP) JoyDew Foundation – 5.0 Ridgewood, NJ Job Details Full-time $22.44 – $27.03 an hour 1 hour ago Benefits Paid training Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Referral program Retirement plan Paid sick time Qualifications CPR Certification Medication administration Writing skills Caregiving First aid CPR Patient care experience (1-2 years) Driver’s License Meal preparation Patient care Caregiving experience (1-2 years) Associate’s degree Communication skills Entry level Patient observation

Full Job Description About JoyDew:

JoyDew is a mission-driven organization dedicated to empowering adults on the autism spectrum through a whole-life solution. Our approach integrates housing, employment, education, and social engagement to ensure each member thrives with dignity, purpose, and joy. We believe in building not just homes, but communities where individuals can grow, connect, and live fulfilling lives.

What You’ll Do:

As a DSP at JoyDew, you will provide compassionate, person-centered support to adults on the autism spectrum in a residential setting. You’ll help members live fulfilling, independent lives by assisting with daily living, community integration, and personal development. Our Awake Overnight DSP staff must remain awake and alert all night and when necessary implement approved behavior plans that are developed by our behavioral team. Responsible for transportation needs that might arise during the overnight hours or any early morning appointments or visits, documents daily behavior, unusual incidents, accidents and any other information that pertains to each, care. Provides vital information for the development and modification of individualized service plans (ISP), and assists and models a variety of supports (may include, but is not limited to appropriate nutrition, personal hygiene, life, and social skills, etc.). Must ensure the accurate completion of required documentation and administration of medication and complete designated shift responsibilities. Direct Support Professionals must attend all required trainings and meetings that may occur outside of their regular shift.

Key Responsibilities:

Support members with daily routines, hygiene, meals, and medication reminders Foster independence and social engagement Ensure safety and uphold JoyDew’s values of dignity and competence Document progress and communicate with families and clinical teams

Qualifications/Requirements:

Must be 18+ and pass fingerprint/background checks (including NJ Central Registry) Completion of NJ DDD-mandated training within 90 days: First Aid, CPR, Shifting Expectations, Abuse/Neglect Prevention Strong interpersonal and communication skills NADSP certification (DSP-I) preferred or willingness to pursue Ability to work night shifts as needed in a 24/7 group home environment Valid Basic driver’s license in the state of NJ and good driving history (no probationary license allowed Good writing and communication skills Ability to effectively work with people of diverse cultural backgrounds and races Ability to effectively work as a team member and implement positive behavioral supports Complete drug test and background checks including CARI, CHRI, the Central Registry of Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities Must cooperate with the licensee, Department of Human Services (DHS) staff, DDD, and any and all state representatives in any inspection or investigation

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$22.44 – $27.03 per hour Expected hours: No more than 40 per week

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Paid training Referral program Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person