Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Day Programs

The Arc Gloucester•West Deptford Township, NJ

4h•Onsite

About The Position

Here at The Arc Gloucester, we offer the unique opportunity to combine your professional experience with your passion to help individuals with intellectual or development disabilities For more than 67 years The Arc Gloucester has provided innovative programs and services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We have made a difference in the lives of many people and are very proud of that. But it's the individuals we service who bring our programs to life with their creativity, excitement, humor, talent, and so much more! Every day is an opportunity to learn something new at The Arc Gloucester! DSPs provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities served by The Arc Gloucester and help these individuals reach their fullest potential in accordance with their NJISP’s by creating a nurturing environment and maintaining programmatic needs in compliance.

Requirements

High School diploma or general education degree (GED), and must be 18 years of age or older
Must have a current driver’s license with 5 points or less, and deemed acceptable to drive by The Arc Gloucester’s liability insurance company
Maintain active CPR/First Aide certification
Proficient in basic computer, math, reading comprehension and verbal and written communication skills
Successfully pass initial & ongoing State/Federal Criminal Background checks, CARI checks, Central Registry checks & drug screens

Nice To Haves

Knowledge or experience with supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities is preferred

Responsibilities

Provide direct care to individuals and empower them to reach their fullest potential in accordance with their NJISPs
Assist with performing activities of daily living (ADLs) e.g. dress, bath, and groom self-using proper body mechanics, adaptive equipment
Maintain daily electronic and/or written records of billable services performed and other critical information
Ensure the participants supervision level, as outlined in their NJISP, is maintained at all times
Organize and manage program area activities of the individual’s interest level, at the individual’s pace
Organize, implement, and participate in recreational activities inside or outside of the program at the choice of and with the individual(s)
Accompany individuals served outside the program, as a guide, companion and aide e.g. shopping, religious activities, etc.
Transport participants in a safe lawful manner, which may include picking up or dropping off individuals served to their place of residence or other community locations, using an Agency vehicle
Assist with transferring of individuals
Administer prescribed medications
Assist with purchasing, preparing, and serving food while following specialized prescribed diets
Regularly evaluate participants’ progress using established guidelines
Conduct required safety drills as directed
Professionally and effectively communicate required information to staff, guardians, families, medical personnel, support coordinator etc
Attend and participate in staff meetings and agency trainings as scheduled
Prepare and maintain substitute back up plans for sick time and vacation time
Maintain the physical appearance and cleanliness of the center that meets DHS’s and/or other funding sources requirements
Provide a supportive environment for the individual by maintaining a clean, positive, healthy, and stimulating environment while ensuring adequate supervision at all times
Primary department, work location and schedule may vary
Maintain confidentiality
Comply with the DDD Program Manual, The Arc Gloucester Policies and Procedures Manual and applicable state, local and federal regulations
Must cooperate and participate in reviews, investigations, and inspections, including but not limited to DHS Licensing and DHS staff.
Occasional management responsibilities, including assisting with trainings, planning, workflow, and problem solving
Complete and maintain required training
Additional responsibilities as required