Job description

7TH & Madison, a Social Service agency in Union County is seeking Part-Time Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to join our team to make a difference in someone's life. The DSP supports individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities in a community setting.

The role of a DSP is to assist in the daily care of people with disabilities and provide community supervision and support. Your vital job functions are essential to members’ health, safety, and welfare.

Flexible schedule and may include weekends. Days will vary depending on the individual you are working with.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and a genuine desire to work with individuals with developmental disabilities.

One week of paid orientation is required prior to the start of your assignment. In addition, ongoing paid training outside of normal work hours is required.

Responsibilities

• Assists individuals' needs and develops an effective counseling/support relationship
• Provides assistance with activities of daily living, and helps with fire drills and/or other health and safety issues as needed
• Provides assistance with daily living skills, supportive counseling, and direct care assistance
• Follows treatment plan, ensures the member's health and safety, and promotes independence and person-centered planning
• Helps with food shopping, menu planning, and meal preparation
• Communicates ongoing care results and updates to relevant parties
• Collaborates with families and superiors for best care opportunities
• Helps to arrange and attend social activities
• Transports members to medical appointments, recreation activities, etc.
• Helps ensure a safe, clean, organized, environment
• Ensures that required documentation is complete and is in compliance with regulations and standards
• Helps resolve member and family concerns
• Attends required trainings, staff meetings, and other meetings/events as requested
• Performs other duties as required
• Maintain CPR and First Aid Certifications

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Experience working with adults with developmental disabilities
• Valid driver's license
• Car to use for work purposes
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written
• Basic computer skills required, including agency software programs
• Willing and able to attend required trainings outside of normal work hours

Desired Qualities of a Direct Support Professional at 7TH & Madison

• Respect
• Professionalism
• Integrity
• Compassion

Benefits

• Flexible schedule

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• After school
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• Weekend availability
• Weekends only

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

COVID-19 considerations:
All customers and employees are required to wear masks at all times. PPE is provided to employees.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Elizabeth, NJ 07201: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Do you have reliable transportation and proof of auto insurance?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• DDD population: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)
• First Aid Certification (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person

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