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Jewish Union Foundation of NJ ( JUFNJ) - Yachad
Direct Support Professional (DSP) /Job Coach
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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
Jewish Union Foundation
- New Jersey (JUFNJ) is looking for Direct Support Professionals/Job Coaches to join our dynamic and supportive team working with adults with Developmental Disabilities. Full Job Description This shift is up to 29 hours per week (Monday through Friday). The Day Program runs from 9:00am
- 4pm Monday, 9:30
- 4:00 Tuesday through Thursday and 9:30am to 1:30pm on Friday. Job Coaching times vary. The pay rate for this position is $18.00
- $20.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Prior experience assisting persons with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities and/or Autism is preferred.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to learn how to document services. Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Provide training to individuals in the areas of personal care, self-care, recreational services, communication, behavioral intervention and all other habilitation services offered to individuals in a cooperative effort with other staff members.
- Maintain accurate, up to date government records and reports.
- Safely transport individuals to activities and other destinations as required.
- Comply with all agency standards, rules, practices, policies and procedures.
- Drive agency vans and demonstrate safe driving practices.
Job Type:
Part-time Pay:
$18.00- $20.