Direct Support Professional - Westwood, NJ

YAI • Westwood, NJ

110d • $18

About The Position

The position involves assisting individuals in maximizing their strengths, interests, and abilities while upholding their personal rights. The role requires patience and tolerance, providing emotional support, and building positive relationships. Responsibilities include supporting individuals to meet personal goals that enhance their quality of life, engaging in respectful communication, encouraging social interactions, and facilitating community connections. The employee will be responsible for the overall supervision, protection, and care of individuals, ensuring adherence to program guidelines, and managing crisis situations. The role also involves implementing individualized service and behavior support plans, maintaining a clean and safe environment, and assisting with daily living activities.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or its educational equivalent.
• Valid Driver’s License with no more than five points.
• Ability to meet essential physical demands of the position.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Enthusiasm for working with people with intellectual/developmental disabilities.
• Basic computer skills including email and related systems.
• Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships.
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.

Nice To Haves

• Work or life experience supporting people with intellectual/developmental disabilities.
• Knowledge of intellectual and developmental disabilities and related clinical syndromes.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals in maximizing their strengths, interests, and abilities.
• Provide emotional support and build positive relationships.
• Support individuals to meet personal goals that enhance quality of life.
• Engage in respectful communication and encourage social interactions.
• Supervise, protect, and care for individuals at all times.
• Facilitate learning and training in fire safety.
• Identify and escalate signs of potential harm to self or others.
• Implement person-centered, individualized plans.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized therapeutic environment.
• Assist with personal care and activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Teach and develop habilitative and rehabilitative skills.
• Facilitate ethical decision making and support person-centered advocacy.
• Plan and prepare balanced meals according to dietary restrictions.
• Transport and escort individuals to various activities and appointments.
• Administer medication as prescribed and manage medication inventory.
• Schedule medical appointments and ensure follow-up.
• Collect, record, and summarize data on individuals’ observable behavior.
• Communicate with circles of support to provide updates.
• Complete necessary trainings and certifications.
• Review communication logs and ensure accurate documentation.
• Report maintenance and safety concerns to supervisors.

Benefits

• DailyPay available - Work today, get paid today!
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Medical and dental insurance with options for family.
• Paid vacation, holiday, and sick time.
• 403(b) retirement with employer matching contributions.
• Life insurance and long-term disability.
• Discounts on travel, entertainment, wireless services, shopping, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees