$500 Sign-On Bonus – Direct Support Professional

Easterseals New Jersey•Toms River, NJ

5d•$20 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

Easterseals New Jersey is hiring a part-time Direct Support Professional in Toms River, New Jersey. The role provides support to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities by carrying out prescribed individual service plans. Supports may be delivered in the community, at a facility, or in a person’s home and include daily living activities, transportation, transfers, ambulation, hygiene, feeding, and medication monitoring or administration. The position is fully on-site and scheduled Saturday and Sunday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM. Paid training and company-provided equipment are offered. The DSP follows applicable state and federal regulations and Easterseals policies, completes documentation in the organization’s electronic health record system, follows daily activity schedules and funding requirements, and supports a clean and safe environment. The role also requires adherence to vehicle safety policies, incident-reporting requirements, confidentiality and HIPAA rules, and behavior modification plans and techniques. Driving is an essential function; use of a company van is available as needed to transport consumers.

Requirements

At least 18 years of age.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, and Word.
Valid driver’s license; driving eligibility is subject to post-offer verification consistent with company insurance requirements.

Nice To Haves

Six months of direct care experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide direct supports according to each service recipient’s plan of care in the community, a facility, or the recipient’s home.
Assist with transportation, feeding, bathroom transfers, ambulation, hygiene, medication monitoring or administration, and adult daily living skills.
Follow applicable state and federal regulations and Easterseals policies and procedures.
Complete regulatory documentation and service reports accurately and on time using Easterseals’ electronic health record system.
Generate and follow recipients’ daily activity schedules to meet Medicaid and other funding requirements.
Follow fleet driving-safety policies and ensure proper care and maintenance of vehicles.
Help maintain a clean and safe environment, including proper care of equipment, supplies, and vehicles; promptly report safety concerns to the site supervisor.
Report incidents of abuse, neglect, and exploitation in accordance with regulatory requirements and Easterseals policies.
Protect confidentiality and comply with HIPAA requirements.
Follow behavior modification plans and techniques.

Benefits

$500 sign-on bonus: $250 after the first day and an additional $250 after 90 days of successful employment.
Paid training, including paid orientation and ongoing training.
Company-provided equipment.
Employer-paid certifications and professional development.
Use of a company van as needed to transport consumers.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Flexible spending accounts.
Employer-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance.
403(b) retirement plan with employer match.
Paid time off, holidays, medical leave, and PTO buy-back options.
Direct deposit and payroll card.
Employee Assistance Program.
Wellness program.
Referral bonus program.