Direct Support Professional ( Mentor )

JCCs of North America • Bridgewater, NJ

90d

About The Position

This is an Adult Intern/Training Program that provides direct support in a vocational and recreational setting. The Mentor will be responsible for following structured programming which will include vocational training, volunteering, recreational opportunities, activities of daily living skills training, providing supervision based on level of functioning (i.e. 1:1 to line of sight). Medication administration (as needed), documenting case notes, attending monthly staff meetings and fully participating in all activities with participants (i.e. cooking, cleaning, exercising, completing clerical duties, working with pre-school/senior programs, swimming, music therapy, arts and crafts etc.). We will offer specialized specific training that will provide staff with the knowledge and tools needed to perform their job responsibilities effectively and to provide the best supports and services to the people we serve.

Requirements

• Minimum of a High School Diploma/GED with prior experience working with Developmentally Disabled, Special Needs, Autism and behaviorally challenged population, or Bachelor's Degree.
• Valid driver's license.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfort with hands-on hygiene care (including toileting and showering).

Nice To Haves

• ABA Experience Preferred.
• Empathetic, Enthusiastic, Flexible, Open-minded, Creative and Patient.

Responsibilities

• Complete skills training and obtain community-based volunteer, employment and recreational opportunities.
• Assess persons' interests and skills set for appropriate volunteer/job placement.
• Develop occupational goals to person's skill level.
• Plan and implement trainings intended to develop a person's occupational skills, appropriate work habits and social skills.
• Follow structured programming including vocational training and recreational activities.
• Administer medication as needed.
• Document case notes.
• Attend monthly staff meetings.
• Participate in all activities with participants.

Benefits

• Fitness membership at the JCC.
• Specialized specific trainings in the Behavioral Social Service field.
• Paid training for orientation and all pre-certification classes including CPR, First Aid, Preventing Abuse and Neglect, Medication Administration, Danielle's Law, Non-violent crisis intervention and Handle with Care.
• Additional job related trainings.
• A friendly and supportive work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
• Education Level: High school or GED