Direct Support Professional (2nd Shift Full Time)

Bancroft•Woodstown, NJ

18h•Onsite

About The Position

Bancroft is hiring a Direct Support Professional for its Gloucester Program at the Lakeside Campus in Pilesgrove Township, New Jersey. The role supports autistic individuals and people with intellectual or developmental disabilities in a stable residential environment, empowering them to pursue personal goals and reach their potential. The position is onsite and scheduled for 40 hours: Sunday 9 a.m.–11 p.m., Tuesday 2 p.m.–11 p.m., and Wednesday 2 p.m.–11 p.m. The hiring range is $19.61–$20.00 per hour, plus additional incentives. Direct Support Professionals provide quality, empathetic care, teach functional and daily living skills, and support individuals in working toward less restrictive residential settings. The role includes carrying out behavioral treatment plans, collecting observational data, assisting with personal care and daily activities, providing supervision, and supporting safe participation in healthcare appointments and community outings. Staff also document services, communicate with residents and their families, and respond to behavioral situations using approved crisis techniques and Bancroft safety standards.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
High school diploma or GED.
Valid driver’s license in the candidate’s legal name and current address, in good standing and free of restrictions.
At least one year of driving experience.
At least six months of related work experience, or a bachelor’s degree or current enrollment in a degree program in Psychology, Social Work, or a related field.
Strong desire to work with autistic individuals and people with intellectual or developmental disabilities.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience working with individuals with autism or intellectual or developmental disabilities.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Carry out behavioral treatment plans and collect direct observational data.
Assist with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, social awareness, meal preparation, money management, and housekeeping.
Provide personal care and supervision, and actively support each individual’s growth.
Teach daily living and functional skills to help individuals achieve personal goals and transition to less restrictive residential settings.
Accompany individuals to healthcare appointments and community outings and provide safe transportation.
Resolve problem behavior situations and provide interventions in accordance with Bancroft safety standards and approved crisis techniques.
Complete paperwork and provide required regular documentation.
Maintain effective communication with residents, parents, guardians, and other family members.