$500 Sign-On Bonus – Direct Support Professional

Easterseals New Jersey•Toms River, NJ

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Easterseals New Jersey is hiring a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide services to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The role supports individuals in a community setting, facility, or their own homes, and carries out prescribed individual service plans and daily living activities. The position is part-time, fully on-site in Toms River, New Jersey, with a Saturday and Sunday schedule from 8 AM to 4 PM. A $500 sign-on bonus is offered: $250 after the first day and another $250 after 90 days of successful employment. The DSP provides direct support with transportation, feeding, bathroom transfers, ambulation, hygiene, medication monitoring or administration, and other adult daily living skills. The role also involves following service plans and behavior modification strategies, maintaining accurate service documentation, supporting safe environments and vehicles, and complying with applicable regulations, company procedures, confidentiality, and incident-reporting requirements. Easterseals New Jersey has served people with disabilities and their families since 1948. The organization provides daily living support and community-based programs that teach life skills through instruction and real-world experiences. The role includes paid training, company-provided equipment, and employer-paid certifications and professional development.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, and Word.
A valid driver’s license is required; driving eligibility is subject to post-offer verification consistent with company insurance requirements.
Driving is an essential function of the role.

Nice To Haves

Six months of direct care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide direct support in the community, a facility, or a service recipient’s home in accordance with the person’s plan of care.
Assist with transportation, feeding, bathroom transfers, ambulation, hygiene, medication monitoring and/or administration, and adult daily living skills.
Follow applicable state and federal requirements and Easterseals policies and procedures.
Complete regulatory documentation and service reports accurately and on time using Easterseals’ electronic health record system.
Create and follow daily activity schedules that meet Medicaid and other funding requirements.
Follow fleet safety policies and ensure proper care and maintenance of vehicles.
Help maintain a clean and safe environment, including proper care of equipment, supplies, and vehicles.
Immediately report safety concerns to the site supervisor.
Follow regulatory and company requirements for reporting abuse, neglect, and exploitation, and comply with confidentiality and HIPAA requirements.
Follow behavior modification plans and techniques.

Benefits

$500 sign-on bonus: $250 after the first day and an additional $250 after 90 days of successful employment.
Competitive pay.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Flexible spending accounts.
Employer-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance.
403(b) retirement plan with employer match.
Paid time off, holidays, medical leave, and PTO buy-back options.
Direct deposit and payroll card.
Employee assistance program.
Wellness program.
Referral bonus program.
Paid orientation and ongoing training.
Employer-paid certifications and professional development.
Company-provided equipment.
Use of a company van as needed to transport consumers.