What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional position at New Jersey Institute for Disabilities?
New Jersey Institute for Disabilities (NJID) is one of the largest not-for-profit agencies in the nation. It serves infants, children, and adults with developmental and related disabilities. NJID offers specialized facilities, programs, and support throughout New Jersey. Join our dedicated staff of more than 500 and make a difference in someone's life
We hire direct support professionals to assist residents with developmental disabilities with daily living activities in a residential setting.
Job Responsibilities of a Direct Support Professional:
- Assist and supervise activities related to daily living skills.
- Administer or assist with prescribed medication.
- Light housekeeping
- Assist with transportation
- Assist in the implementation of individual goals and objectives.
- Data entry using Therap (EHR)
- Assist residents in pursuing recreational, social, and community activities based on their preferences and individual plans.
Job Requirements:
- HS diploma or equivalent
- A valid driver's license in good standing, and must be insurable through NJID's automobile insurance.
- Strong communication skills
NO certification required
Position Details:
Location: Aberdeen County: Monmouth
Hours Per Work Week: 24 Weekly Work Schedule:
Other shifts are available at this location.
NJID has full-time, part-time, and per diem opportunities in Middlesex, Monmouth, Ocean, and Somerset Counties.
Benefits:
- Paid Sick Leave
- 403(b) Plan
- On-the-Job Training
- Extra Work Hours Available
- Growth Opportunities
NJID EOE Statement
It is NJID's policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expressing, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an agency, we value diversity of background and opinion and prohibit discrimination or harassment based on any legally protected class in all areas of employment, including hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, fringe benefits, layoff, termination, and any other terms and conditions of employment.