Direct Support Professional

Bancroft•Cherry Hill, NJ

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Bancroft is hiring a full-time Direct Support Professional for its Adult Residential program in Cherry Hill, New Jersey. The role supports adults with autism and other intellectual or developmental disabilities by providing quality care in a positive and empathetic manner. The listed hourly pay is $19.06–$19.44. The posting includes two different schedules: Saturday, Sunday, Tuesday, and Wednesday from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m.; and Thursday and Friday from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m., plus Saturday from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Direct Support Professionals carry out behavioral treatment plans, collect direct observational data, and assist individuals with daily living activities such as personal hygiene, social awareness, meal preparation, money management, and housekeeping. They provide personal care and supervision, teach daily living and functional skills, and support individuals in pursuing personal goals and transitioning to less restrictive residential settings. The role also involves accompanying individuals to healthcare appointments and community outings, providing safe transportation, responding to problem behaviors using approved crisis techniques and safety standards, completing required documentation, and communicating with residents and their families, guardians, and parents.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
High school diploma or GED.
Valid driver’s license in the candidate’s legal name and with current address; 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.
Aspiration to work with autistic individuals and people with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience working with individuals with autism or intellectual or developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

Carry out behavioral treatment plans and collect direct observational data.
Assist individuals with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, social awareness, meal preparation, money management, and housekeeping.
Provide personal care and supervision, and actively support individuals’ 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, and provide safe transportation.
Resolve problem behavior situations and provide intervention in accordance with Bancroft’s safety standards 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.