What are the responsibilities and job description for the 35-hr Direct Support Professional (DSP)-Day Hab Program position at The Arc of Somerset?
Company Overview
The Arc of Somerset County is dedicated to supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. We provide a wide range of programs and services that enhance the quality of life for over 1,400 individuals across 33 locations, including group homes, employment centers, and community programs.
Job Title: 35-hr Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Day Hab Program / Employment Services
Job Type: Full time: 9 am - 4 pm (Monday to Friday)
Location: Within Somerset County |At the group home residences within the community.
Pay: $18.91/hr
Education: HS Diploma or GED required
Eligibility/Experience Requirements:
- Valid Driver’s license
- One year’s experience I/DD (preferred)
Job Description:
- Assist consumers, as needed, in skill development, activities of daily living, personal care, domestic living, recreation and socialization
- Ensure assigned clients’ nutritional needs; assisting with feeding as necessary
- Assist consumers in nutritional planning, grocery shopping and preparation of all meals.
- Collaborate on the development/implementation of consumers’ Individual Service plans (ISP).
- Train and support consumers in all areas of their ISP.
- Assist with medication administration.
- Train and support consumers in the community including: social, recreational, cultural, religion and education networks.
Benefits:
Full-Time:
Schedule
- Health, Vision, Dental
- Life insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Referral program
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Paid orientation
Salary : $19