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Autism Community Services
Direct Support Professional (DSP)
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What they do
A Home Health Aide helps individuals who are disabled, elderly, or chronically ill with daily tasks, such as dressing, washing, and light housekeeping. They can care for patients in their homes or other healthcare settings, and may perform basic medical care under the direction of a nurse or other medical professional. These roles typically require more comprehensive agency-approved training programs.
$36,882 / year median in New Jersey
+25% projected growth
Job Description
Available shifts: Sunday, Monday & Friday 9 am
- 5pm Monday & Friday 5pm
- 9am
Duties:
- Provide direct care and support to a male client with intellectual and developmental disabilities and challenging behaviors
- Assist with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, meal preparation, and medication administration
- Implement behavior management strategies to promote positive behaviors and reduce challenging or aggressive behaviors
- Support individual in developing and maintaining social skills and relationships
- Ensure the rights and dignity of individuals are respected and upheld
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required; additional education or certification in a related field is a plus
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities and behavioral challenges
- Ability to confidently deescalate aggression both verbally and physically, ability to push, pull or lift over 100lbs comfortably
- Must have knowledge of autism spectrum disorder and be comfortable with applying behavior support and crisis management (managing aggression/self-injury, elopement)
- Ability to drive and possess a valid driver's license
- First aid and CPR certification is a plus
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills