Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Friday Through Monday, 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
$43,680–$43,680 year
On-site · West Orange, New Jersey, United States
Job Summary
Direct Support Professional (DSP) needed to support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in group homes or apartments. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living skills, community inclusion, and personal growth to help individuals gain independence while ensuring health, safety, and well-being. The role involves administering and documenting medications, transporting residents to medical appointments and activities using agency vehicles, maintaining accurate documentation in electronic health records, advocating for residents’ rights and goals, participating in staff meetings and trainings, and ensuring resident safety. Requirements include a valid driver’s license with an insurable driving record (able to pass MVR), reliable transportation, ability to drive agency vans, a minimum high school diploma or GED, 21+ years old, completion of a two-week paid training upon hire, and proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office. Knowledge of caregiving, human services, behavioral health, education, or healthcare is beneficial, with opportunities for career growth and competitive benefits and pay of $21.00/hour. Location: West Orange, NJ; scheduling includes Friday–Monday shifts (3:00 PM–11:00 PM).
Required Qualifications
- Valid driver’s license with an insurable driving record and ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check with minimal violations
- Must have reliable transportation to and from work and be able to drive themselves between work sites when required; must also be comfortable driving agency vans when transporting individuals served
- At minimum, a high school diploma, GED, or foreign equivalent
- Must be 21 years of age or older
- Ability to attend and successfully complete a required two-week, in-office paid training upon hire, as well as maintain annual recertifications
- Comfortable using computers and agency systems to document thorough, accurate, and detailed shift summary reports; log data into electronic systems, check and respond to emails, and upload required documentation
- Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and other web-based systems
- Ability to provide professional references during the application process
- Required to transport individuals served using agency vehicles for community activities and medical or planned appointments
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