Required Skills:

Strong verbal and written communication skills; Strong documentation skills; Excellent judgment, problem solving, organizational, and time management skills;

Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with DDD community, families, colleagues, supervisors, and agency personnel;

Physical ability to fulfill job requirements; (able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds without accommodation )

Duties:

Community Base Support staff preferably female with experience in supporting individuals with disabilities. Must have a car and valid driver's license. Candidate must be able to pick up the client from the day program mentor for some life skills. The Direct Support Professional will complete required daily documentation for all services provided.

Essential Job Functions:

1. Successfully complete assigned trainings

2. Complete logs, charts, medication administrative records, incident reports, and other assigned paperwork

3. Drive and accompany individuals to appointments, recreation/leisure activities, or other destinations as assigned, with strict adherence to motor vehicle laws

4. Administer medication as prescribed

5. Implement behavioral programs in accordance with individualized behavior plans

6. Interact with individuals in an age-appropriate, respectful, and safe manner at all times

7. Meet individuals’ personal needs in a manner that ensures privacy and dignity 8. Maintain confidentiality of individuals’ information and records (HIPAA)

9. Comply with applicable Tender Care and Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) policies and procedures, and DDD and Department of Human Services licensing requirements;

10. Cooperate with the licensee and Department of Human Services staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation

Conditions:

Works in individual's home.

Qualifications:

Must be at least 18 years of age

Must have a driver’s license valid in the state of New Jersey

High School diploma or equivalency

One year related experience working with persons with Disabilities preferred

Must participate in mandatory pre-hire employment checks.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Salary: From $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 per week

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday - 2 pm - 5pm
• Weekends - 5 hours (Coordinated with family)

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 per week

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Commute:

• Bridgewater, NJ (Required)

Work Location: In person