Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Job Order Number:

DF0461335

Job Title:

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Company:

New Horizons in Autism, Inc.

Location:

Freehold, NJ

Salary:

Education:

High School Diploma

Experience:

Information Not Provided

Hours:

40

Duration:

Full Time, Regular

Shift:

First (Day)

Description:

 Ready to make an impact on the lives of others?

New Horizon in Autism, Inc. is looking for energetic, compassionate, Direct Support Professionals who are dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of the individuals we support. As a Direct Support Professional, you will work with other professionals assisting adults with autism in a day program setting. Our Direct Support Professionals empower the individuals we support to learn new skills, make connections in the community, and achieve their life goals.

Job Duties Include:

• Supporting individuals in their individual daily life activities, including community outings/recreation events, cooking, cleaning, personal care, skill development, etc.
• Transporting individuals to their homes, activities, and appointments.
• Administering and supervising medication.
• Completing proper documentation.
• Ensure our individuals are safe, healthy, and living in a clean environment.

Hours:

Monday through Friday 8:00 am

• 4:00 pmWe currently have openings for full-time staff in the following New Jersey locations:
• Freehold
• Toms River

• MahwahJob Qualifications:

• Must be 20 years or older
• Have a minimum High School Diploma/GED
• Have a current non-provisional NJ Driver's License valid in the state of New Jersey
• Be able to attend new hire orientation and training at our Morganville Office.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check & drug screening
• Be comfortable with hands-on hygiene care.
• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong positive interpersonal skills are required.

New Horizons in Autism provides specialized, paid training for all employees to ensure that each team member has the tools needed to perform responsibilities. Employees must be able to complete training requirements within the specified time frames.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes: Medical Dental Vision

FSA 401K

Paid Personal Time Off (PTO) Paid Sick Time