Direct Support Professional - GH 1

ALTERNATIVES INC•East Amwell Township, NJ

6d•$21 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

Alternatives, Inc. is hiring a part-time Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver to support adults with developmental disabilities in a residential group home in Ringoes, New Jersey. The role focuses on helping residents live as independently as possible while ensuring their comfort, dignity, and safety. DSPs assist with activities of daily living, including medication administration, cooking, personal hygiene, and transportation to medical appointments. They implement individual behavioral plans, teach and mentor residents in developing skills and meeting goals, and support participation in community outings and recreational activities. The role also involves reporting health and safety concerns and maintaining accurate, up-to-date documentation. The specific available schedule is Sunday, 8 a.m.–8 p.m., and Saturday, 8 a.m.–8 p.m.; Monday through Friday are off. The listed wage is $20.75 per hour, with $22.75 per hour on weekends. Alternatives, Inc. provides support services to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and people with mental illnesses, using a person-centered philosophy to promote independence and community integration.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver's license with a good driving record.
Ability to pass criminal and registry background checks and a drug screen.
Clear tuberculosis (TB) screening.
Ability to pass and maintain required training, including CPR/first aid, medication administration, and positive behavioral support training.
Basic computer skills.
Compassion, strong communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

Support adults with developmental disabilities in living as independently as possible while ensuring their comfort and safety.
Assist residents with activities of daily living, including medication administration, cooking, and personal hygiene.
Transport residents to medical appointments and community outings.
Implement individual behavioral plans.
Teach and mentor residents in developing new skills and achieving goals.
Encourage residents’ interests and support participation in recreational activities and the community.
Report concerns about residents’ health and safety.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation.