Direct Support Professional

Bancroft•Pilesgrove Township, NJ

10d•$20 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Bancroft is hiring an onsite Direct Support Professional for its Lakeside Program in Pilesgrove, New Jersey, within the Adult Residential department. The role supports autistic individuals and people with intellectual and developmental disabilities by helping them pursue personal goals, develop daily living skills, and reach their potential. The stated schedule is second shift: Sunday 11 a.m.–11 p.m. and Monday–Wednesday 2 p.m.–11 p.m., totaling 39 hours per week. The hiring range is $19.61–$20.00 per hour, plus additional incentives. Direct Support Professionals provide personal care and supervision, implement behavioral treatment plans, collect observational data, and assist with activities of daily living. They accompany individuals to healthcare appointments and community outings, provide safe transportation, respond to problem behaviors using approved crisis techniques, and maintain required documentation and communication with residents and their families. Bancroft describes itself as a service provider for children and adults with autism, intellectual or developmental disabilities, and people needing neurological rehabilitation.

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, in good standing and free of restrictions.
At least one year of driving experience.
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.
Strong desire to work with autistic individuals and people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.

Nice To Haves

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 problem behavior situations and provide interventions while following Bancroft safety standards and approved crisis techniques.
Complete paperwork and regular documentation as required.
Maintain effective communication with residents and their parents, guardians, and other family members.