Part Time Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Visiting Angels•Wall, NJ

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Visiting Angels of Wall is hiring caregivers to serve our treasured clients throughout the Southern Monmouth County area including Tinton Falls, Manasquan, Spring Lake, Sea Girt, Neptune, and many more. Come be part of an office that belongs to the nation's #1 network for at-home care. Make a difference while enjoying a fulfilling career with flexible schedules, competitive wages, and growth opportunities. As a Visiting Angels Part Time Direct Support Professional (DSP), you'll play a vital role in enriching the quality of life of clients and supporting their wellness in accordance with their custom care plans. The CHHA has HIPAA restricted access to certain client information, and is an hourly per-diem, non-exempt Direct Care staff member with no guaranteed minimum number of hours per week. Visiting Angels offers opportunities for advanced training in areas like dementia care and/or Alzheimer’s care for caregivers seeking to broaden their skills.

Requirements

Valid certification as a Home Health Aide (HHA), licensed by the New Jersey State Board of Nursing
Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
Strong communication and interpersonal skills are a must
Have excellent time-management skills and can juggle multiple duties at once
Reliable transportation to get to and from client homes at the times you're scheduled to provide care
Feel confident in your physical endurance when it comes to things like carrying groceries and physically supporting a client
Feel comfortable performing housekeeping and cooking duties while adhering to applicable dietary constraints
Are willing and able to comply with state and office-specific health and safety standards (ex., background check)
Have compassion, understanding, and a desire to brighten the day of each client
Ability to perform patient observation accurately and respond promptly to changing health conditions

Nice To Haves

Possess a Valid Drivers License, Car Insurance, and a Reliable Personal Vehicle to use to transport clients

Responsibilities

Helping clients with personal care and hygiene
Assisting clients with light physical exercise or walks
Planning and preparing meals with clients
Handling light housekeeping duties
Reporting health changes or unusual incidents
Providing pleasant, supportive companionship
Responding quickly and responsibly in emergencies
Accompanying and supervise clients during shopping trips
Reminding clients to take prescription medications appropriately
Providing assistance with mobility and ambulation both at home and during appointments/errands