Awake Overnight DSP - GH 19
About The Position
Alternatives, Inc. is hiring a full-time Awake Overnight Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver to support adults with developmental disabilities in a residential group home in Jackson, New Jersey. The role focuses on helping residents live as independently as possible while ensuring their comfort, dignity, and safety. The hourly wage is $20.75, with a stated weekend rate of $22.75 per hour. The current schedule is Sunday off; Monday 11 p.m.–9 a.m.; Tuesday 11 p.m.–9 a.m.; Wednesday 11 p.m.–9 a.m.; Thursday 11 p.m.–9 a.m.; Friday off; and Saturday off. The position includes paid onboarding and ongoing training, some of which takes place in person at the main office in Raritan, New Jersey, and some remotely. Alternatives, Inc. provides support services to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and people with mental illnesses. Its services include residential support, behavior support, support coordination, and recreation. The organization uses a person-centered philosophy to help clients build independence and community integration.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid driver's license with a good driving record.
- Ability to pass criminal and registry background checks and a drug screen.
- Clear tuberculosis (TB) screening.
- Ability to complete and maintain required trainings, including CPR/first aid, medication administration, and positive behavioral support training.
- Basic computer skills.
- Compassion, strong communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.
Responsibilities
- Support adults with developmental disabilities in a residential group home and promote their independence, comfort, and safety.
- Assist residents with activities of daily living, including medication administration, cooking meals, personal hygiene, and transportation to medical appointments.
- Assist with implementing individual behavioral plans.
- Use teaching and mentoring techniques to help residents learn skills and achieve goals.
- Encourage residents’ interests and accompany them to community outings and recreational activities based on their preferences and behavioral plans.
- Report concerns about clients’ health and safety.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation.
Benefits
- Paid training
- Mileage reimbursement
- Direct deposit
- Holiday pay
- 401K plan
- Federal credit union
- Discounted auto insurance
- Advancement opportunities
- Workers’ compensation
- Employee assistance program
- Voluntary vision plan
- AFLAC
- Pre-paid legal services
- Pet insurance
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Life insurance
- Short- and long-term disability
- Flexible spending account
- Tuition reimbursement
- Loan forgiveness program (PSLF)
- 120 hours of paid benefit time
- 40 hours of paid sick time
- Paid bereavement leave
- Paid jury duty leave
- Staff appreciation events
- Employee recognition awards
- Health and wellness fairs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
