Part Time-Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Community Access Unlimited – Hillside, NJ

NEW PAY RATE IS $15.00 AN HOUR.

Social Service agency in Union County is currently seeking Part Time Direct Support Professionals to join our team to make a difference in someone’s life!

The role of a DSP is to assist in the daily care of people with disabilities and provide on-site supervision and support 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. Your vital job functions are essential to members’ health, safety and welfare.

Part-Time hours are 7:00 AM -3:00 PM or 3:00 PM -11:00 PM Saturday and Sunday

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.

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

Positions are located in Union County, NJ.EOE

WE PROVIDE YOU WITH PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE).

RESPONSIBILITIES

· Assist individuals needs and develops an effective counseling/support relationship

· Provides hands on assistance with activities of daily living including bathing and hygiene, and helps with fire drills and/or other health and safety issues as needed

· 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

· Provides assistance for daily living skills, supportive counseling and direct care assistance.

· Food shopping menu planning and meal preparation

· Communicate ongoing care results and updates to relevant parties

· Collaborate with families and superiors for best care opportunities

· Helping to arrange and attend social activities

· Transporting members to and from work or day program, a medical appointment, etc

· Performs other duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS

· Previous experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities a plus

· High school diploma or GED required

· Excellent communication skills, verbal and written

· Valid driver’s license

· Car to use for work purposes

· Willing and able to attend required trainings outside of normal work hours

BENEFITS

· 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

To apply-Visit our careers https://jobs.keldair.com/communityaccessunlimited

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.00 per hour

COVID-19 considerations:
We are practicing social distancing using universal precautions and provide you with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a vehicle for work purposes?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Caregiving/Direct care work: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver’s License (Required)

Work Location: Multiple Locations