Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Residential Programs Position Available In Essex, New Jersey

Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Residential Programs The Arc of Essex County – 3.3 West Orange, NJ Job Details Part-time | Full-time $18 an hour 18 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Life insurance Referral program Qualifications Medication administration Caregiving High school diploma or GED Driver’s License Home care Entry level Full Job Description The Arc of Essex County is a non-profit organization that provides services and programs for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. Our corporate office is located in Livingston, NJ and we have programs throughout Essex County. We are currently seeking Direct Support Professionals for our residential programs.

Responsibilities:

1) Maintain a safe, healthy, pleasant, and homelike environment for each individual. 2) Provide training, supports, 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, recreation, community outings, etc. 3) Encourage independence by providing both the opportunity and the appropriate levels of skill training. 4) Administer medication, assists with medical appointments. 5) Maintain the overall operation of the home, program, or vehicle(s) 6) Ensure accurate documentation of all messages, observations, significant events etc.

Qualifications:

1) A high school diploma or GED is required. Experience in a related field is preferred. 2) Must be fully vaccinated or provide a valid exemption. 3) Valid Driver’s License required with a clean driving record. 4) Ability to navigate and input data in a computer is required.

Work Remotely No Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$18.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Schedule:

Evening shift Overnight shift Weekends as needed

Work Location:

In person