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Community Care Partners

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

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Job Description

Community Care Partners is seeking a compassionate and dependable Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide one-on-one support to an adult participant in Plainfield, NJ 07060 . As a DSP, you will provide hands-on assistance and daily living support while promoting independence, dignity, and quality of life. Services are delivered in accordance with the participant's individualized service plan. We are looking for a reliable, English-speaking DSP who enjoys helping others and making a positive impact in the lives of individuals with support needs. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated DSP seeking a rewarding role in human services.
Starting Hourly Rate:
$20.00-$25.00 per hour
Position Type:
To be determined
Schedule:
To be determined
Hours:
To be determined
Work Location:
One-on-one DSP services are provided in the participant's home and in the community. This position involves providing in-home support and accompanying the participant into the community while promoting independence, safety, and engagement.
Location:
Plainfield, NJ 07060 Essential Duties /
Case Specifics:
Provide in-home support based on the participant's individualized needs. Accompany the participant into the community and provide appropriate support during community activities. Encourage independence and active participation in daily tasks and community activities. Assist the participant in maintaining a safe, comfortable, and supportive environment. Provide hands-on support while promoting dignity, respect, and personal choice. Support the participant in developing confidence and greater independence in daily living skills.
Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To:
Assisting the participant with daily routines and activities. Providing supervision and support based on the participant's individualized needs. Encouraging independence and participation in everyday tasks. Promoting dignity, respect, inclusion, and positive engagement. Maintaining the professional, respectful, and supportive environment expected of a DSP. Documenting services and communicating important updates as required.
Physical Requirements:
Must be capable of reaching, bending, lifting, and performing light physical tasks as needed.
Experience, License, and Certification Requirements:
Must be proficient in English (reading, writing, and comprehension). Must clear all required State/Federal criminal background checks, the Central Registry, and the CARI database. CPR/First Aid certification preferred. Applicants may apply without certification but must obtain it before starting services.
Benefits:
Benefits will be based on the final scheduled hours. Part-time employees receive paid sick time . Full-time employees (30 or more hours per week) are eligible for: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Vision insurance Join our team as a DSP and make a meaningful difference in the life of an individual while building a rewarding career in human services.
Pay:
$20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Work Location:
In person