Direct Support Professional (2nd shift part time)

Bancroft•Carneys Point, NJ

7d•$20 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Bancroft is hiring a Direct Support Professional for its Adult Residential Program at the Lakeside Campus in Carneys Point, New Jersey. The role supports autistic people and individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, helping them pursue personal goals, build daily living and functional skills, and reach their highest potential. The position is onsite and part time, with a second-shift schedule of Thursday and Friday from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., totaling 27 hours per week. The hiring range is $19.61–$20.00 per hour, plus additional incentives. The Direct Support Professional carries out behavioral treatment plans, collects observational data, assists with daily living and personal care, and provides supervision. The role also involves accompanying individuals to healthcare appointments and community outings, providing safe transportation, responding to problem behavior using approved crisis techniques, and completing required documentation. Effective communication with residents and their families, guardians, and parents is expected. Bancroft offers a full benefits package, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional development and advancement. The workplace is drug-free, and pre-employment substance abuse testing is conducted.

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.

Nice To Haves

Aspiration to work with autistic individuals and people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
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 support individuals in developing daily living and functional skills to 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 intervention in accordance with Bancroft’s quality standards for safety and approved crisis techniques.
Complete paperwork and provide regular documentation as required.
Maintain effective communication with residents and their parents, guardians, and other family members.