Direct Support Professional
$27,040–$27,040 year
On-siteYukon, Canada or Ok, Bayelsa State, Federal Republic of Nigeria
Yukon, Canada or Ok, Bayelsa State, Federal Republic of NigeriaOn-site$27,040–$27,040 yearLarge
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Job Summary
Deliver direct support within residential or periodic programs, assisting 4–6 individuals with activities of daily living including personal care, housekeeping, medication administration, and community integration. Document progress, manage individual assets, and maintain confidentiality while ensuring safety during transportation, meal preparation, and emergency response. Work scheduled hours, attend mandatory training, and comply with all state regulations and background checks required for this role.
Required Qualifications
- Must be 18 years of age
- Valid driver's license in good standing
- Car registration and vehicle insurance if providing transportation for individuals receiving services
- All state-required training(s) and certification(s) completed in mandated timeframes
- Maintain valid driver's license, meet all insurance requirements, and be approved by management to be a driver for the company
- At minimum, a High School Diploma/Equivalent is required
- Must have a valid driver's license in good standing in The State of New Jersey
- Must have a valid driver's license in good standing for the state in which they live (if commuting from another state)
- Employees must cooperate with the licensee and Department of Human Services staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation
- Must submit to drug testing prior to employment
- All employees shall submit to drug testing randomly and for cause/suspicion
- Employees must submit to criminal background checks
- Be determined not to be disqualified by the Department of Human Services prior to working with individuals served
- Agree to have their name checked against the Central Registry of Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities
- Complete an application to have their name checked against the Child Abuse Registry Information (CARI)
- Successfully complete and demonstrate proficiency in all areas of required trainings
Desired Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Six months of experience in human services preferred
- Working knowledge of computers
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