Direct Support Professional

North Jersey Friendship House•Paramus, NJ

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for supporting individuals with Autism and Developmental Disabilities in development of skills needed for greater independent functioning and community integration. Support will be provided to the individuals in the community in social and vocational activities as well as classroom-type settings.

Requirements

High school diploma
Valid driver's license
Minimum 21 years of age

Nice To Haves

Minimum of one year experience preferred
Experience using electronic health record system preferred

Responsibilities

Prepare and lead meaningful groups to facilitate members personal, social, vocational and independent growth
Assist members with following their daily activity schedule
Develop and maintain relationships with community organizations, programs, businesses and employers to ensure ongoing connections for community inclusion and learning opportunities
Work with Site Supervisor and plan recreational and activities of daily living outings
Drive up to a 10-passenger van to transport members to and from program and/or community activities as needed
Supervise members on community activities and ensure their safety
Attend and participate in supervision sessions with Site Supervisor or Program Coordinator as scheduled
Document program member's progress towards ISP goals and objectives according to DDD and Medicaid guidelines
Work with Site Supervisor on review of members' progress and recommendations for new goals and objectives
Other duties as assigned by Site Supervisor, Program Coordinator or Director of Day and Community Services
Completes all assigned College of Direct Support and Relias trainings as assigned
Attends all scheduled meetings as assigned
Meets relevant continuing educational/training requirement
Completes all required documentation/paperwork accurately and within established time frames