Job description

7TH & Madison Extensions of Empowerment, 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 in-community supervision and support 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. Your vital job functions are essential to members’ health, safety and welfare.

Flexible schedule and may include weekends.

The ideal candidate for this position 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. Positions are located in Union County, NJ.

One week of paid orientation (M-F 9am-5pm) is required prior to the start of your assignment. Ongoing paid training outside of normal work hours is also required. EOE

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
• 401(K)
• Employees of the Year Award
• Professional Development
• Paid Training
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• Staff Recruitment Incentive
• Employee of the Month
• Earned Sick Leave

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability
• Weekends only

Ability to commute/relocate:

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

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Adults with developmental disabilities: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)
• First Aid Certification (Required)
• Reliable transportation and proof of auto insurance (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person

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