The Arc of Essex County is a non-profit organization that provides services and programs for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. Our corporate office is located in Livingston, NJ and we have programs throughout Essex County.

We are currently seeking Direct Support Professionals for our residential programs.

Responsibilities:

1) Maintain a safe, healthy, pleasant, and homelike environment for each individual.
2) Provide training, supports, transportation, and assistance for each individual to enable her/him to complete daily routines in a safe, healthy, productive and dignified manner. This usually includes toileting, bathing, dressing, laundry, recreation, community outings, etc.
3) Encourage independence by providing both the opportunity and the appropriate levels of skill training.
4) Administer medication, assists with medical appointments.
5) Maintain the overall operation of the home, program, or vehicle(s)
6) Ensure accurate documentation of all messages, observations, significant events etc.

Qualifications:

1) A high school diploma or GED is required. Experience in a related field is preferred.
2) Must be fully vaccinated or provide a valid exemption.
3) Valid Driver’s License required with a clean driving record.
4) Ability to navigate and input data in a computer is required.

Work Remotely

• No

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Evening shift
• Overnight shift
• Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

• Signing bonus

Work Location: In person