Direct Support Professional (DSP) Non-Group Home setting - Broadway Respite & Home Care
Hackensack, NJ
About the Job
MEDICAL, DENTAL, VISION, DAILY OR WEEKLY PAY, YEARLY BONUS, PAID TRAINING!
Make a difference with us at Broadway Respite! We're seeking caring individuals to join as Direct Support Professionals (DSPs), guiding those with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (IDD) towards fulfilling lives. Take the first step and be a part of their journey towards independence and community inclusion. Apply now to join our compassionate team and start making an impact today!
This position is for individualized care, not in a group home.
Direct Support Professional Responsibilities:
- Providing direct care and supervision for individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities to increase their independence in their home and community.
- Providing support with medical and specialist appointments and ensuring accurate documentation of each appointment.
- Providing support with daily activities including but not limited to hygiene, volunteer, or leisure actives.
- Completing all required documentation according to regulations and standards.
- Participating in meetings with individual support plan team to create inclusive and person-centered services
- Participating in initial and on-going staff training and development activities
Direct Support Professional Qualifications:
- Must pass extensive background check with a clean record
- Be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED. This is state regulations!
- Experience with providing support to individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities preferred
- Must possess excellent customer service skills, a flexible and cooperative attitude, and the ability to work well as part of a team
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Possess a valid NJ Driver’s License with a clean driving record, valid vehicle registration, and insurance.
- Successfully complete required background checks.
- Ability to lift at least 50 pounds.
- Frequent bending, twisting, stooping, squatting, pushing, pulling, standing, reaching, walking, driving, traveling, kneeling, and crouching.
We Offer:
- HEALTH BENEFITS
- Day Time Shifts
- Night Shifts
- Weekend Shifts
- Overnight Shifts
Must complete a background check, including drug testing, fingerprinting, motor vehicle check, references, and physical
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