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Visiting Angels

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

Visiting Angels Jersey Shore is looking to add a caring, compassionate Direct Support Professional (DSP) to our team. A Direct Support Professional (DSP) works in support of the client's safety, dignity, well-being and ability to remain living at home. A Certified Home Health Aide - CHHA travels to the client's home to provide direct care including but not limited to: Personal Care and Grooming Ambulation Special Procedures Homemaking, Meal Preparation, Light Housekeeping Assistance with other Activities of Daily Living A Visiting Angels Direct Support Professional (DSP) works under a Registered Nurse, and there are no supervision responsibilities with this position. The CHHA has HIPAA restricted access to certain client information, and is an hourly per-diem, non-exempt Direct Care staff member with no guaranteed minimum number of hours per week. Benefits Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Holiday Pay Referral Bonuses Direct Deposit Weekly Pay Daily Pay Continuing Education Shift Options Full Time Part Time 8 Hour Shifts 10 Hour Shifts 12 Hour Shifts PRN Short Shift Direct Support Professional (DSP)
Requirements:
Valid certification as a Home Health Aide (HHA), licensed by the New Jersey State Board of Nursing High School Diploma or Equivalent Drivers Preferred Ability to perform patient observation accurately and respond promptly to changing health conditions Compassionate attitude combined with excellent communication skills; ability to work independently and as part of a team Physical stamina to assist with mobility tasks and perform caregiving duties throughout shifts

Benefits

  • Professional Development
  • Health Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Dental Insurance