Direct Support Professional (1st Shift Full Time)

Bancroft•Swedesboro, NJ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Bancroft is hiring a full-time, onsite Direct Support Professional for its Gloucester Day Program at the Lakeside Campus in Swedesboro, New Jersey. The role supports autistic individuals and people with intellectual or developmental disabilities, helping them pursue personal goals and reach their potential in a stable and supportive environment. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. (40 hours per week), and the stated hiring range is $19.61–$20.00 per hour, plus additional incentives. Direct Support Professionals implement behavioral treatment plans, assist with daily living and functional skills, provide personal care and supervision, and support individuals in participating in healthcare appointments and community outings. The position also involves safe transportation, responding to behavioral situations using approved crisis techniques, completing required documentation, and communicating with residents and their families or guardians. Bancroft provides a full benefits package and paid time off, as well as tuition reimbursement and opportunities for professional development and advancement. The organization 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.

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 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, providing safe transportation.
Resolve behavioral situations and provide interventions in accordance with Bancroft’s safety standards and approved crisis techniques.
Complete required paperwork and regular documentation.
Maintain effective communication with residents and their parents, guardians, and other family members.