Direct Support Professional (1st shift full time)

Bancroft•Swedesboro, NJ

5d•$20 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Bancroft is hiring an onsite Direct Support Professional for its Gloucester Day Program in Mullica Hill, New Jersey. The role supports autistic individuals and people with intellectual or developmental disabilities by helping them pursue personal goals, develop daily living and functional skills, and reach their highest potential. The position is scheduled for first shift, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., for 40 hours per week. Direct Support Professionals carry out behavioral treatment plans, collect observational data, provide personal care and supervision, and assist with daily activities such as hygiene, social awareness, meal preparation, money management, and housekeeping. They accompany individuals to healthcare appointments and community outings, provide safe transportation, and use approved crisis techniques to address problem behaviors while following Bancroft’s safety and quality standards. The role also involves completing required documentation and communicating with individuals and their families, guardians, and parents. The stated hiring range is $19.61–$20.00 per hour, plus additional incentives. Bancroft describes itself as a service provider for children and adults with autism, intellectual or developmental disabilities, and people in need of neurological rehabilitation. The employer maintains a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment substance abuse testing.

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, with at least one year of driving experience; license must be in good standing and free of restrictions.
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 and/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 teach daily living and functional skills that support individuals’ goals and transitions to less restrictive residential settings.
Accompany individuals to healthcare appointments and community outings, providing safe transportation.
Resolve problem behavior situations and provide intervention using approved crisis techniques and Bancroft’s safety and quality standards.
Complete required paperwork and regular documentation.
Communicate effectively with individuals and their parents, guardians, and other family members.