Direct Support Professional

THE CENTER FOR FAMILY SUPPORT INC•Old Bridge Township, NJ

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About The Position

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) supports individuals with developmental and related disabilities in leading meaningful lives and pursuing their own interests, choices, and plans. The role involves building genuine, supportive relationships, protecting individuals’ rights, and helping them develop skills and positive relationships in their communities. DSPs use a person-centered approach throughout the day and treat everyday moments as opportunities for learning. The Center for Family Support provides support and assistance to individuals with developmental and related disabilities. It states that it was the first agency in New Jersey and New York to achieve Council on Quality and Leadership Certification, reflecting its commitment to services that improve the quality of life of people with disabilities. Full-time and part-time positions are available across its programs.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Some experience in healthcare or human services is a plus.

Nice To Haves

Valid driver’s license preferred, depending on program needs.

Responsibilities

Help the people supported pursue meaningful lives by listening to their dreams and helping them learn skills to live the lives they choose.
Involve each individual in identifying what is important to them and what is important for them, and in activities aligned with their interests, gifts, and plans.
Help individuals learn to form and maintain positive relationships with people in their communities.
Respect individuals’ rights and teach them to advocate for themselves.
Use a person-centered philosophy throughout the day and treat each moment as an opportunity for learning.
Maintain a positive attitude toward work and others.
Protect individuals’ health, which may include administering medication, following doctors’ orders, attending medical appointments, and seeking emergency medical care when necessary.
Work with team members to develop the service plan and carry out assigned responsibilities under that plan.
Protect individuals’ safety by providing supervision specified in their service plans and reporting potentially dangerous situations to a supervisor.
Follow agency procedures for incident and suspected abuse reporting, and cooperate with agency and Division staff during investigations and inspections.