Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Avidd Community Services of New Jersey, Inc proudly serves people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Bergen, Morris, Warren and Somerset Counties. Our residential and community-based programs are designed to foster independence, build life skills, and support individuals in leading meaningful, self-directed lives.

As a Direct Support Professional, you will play a key role in supporting the individuals we serve. Encourage and support our individuals with independent living skills. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about caring for others.

What You’ll Do:

• Treat individuals with dignity and respect while promoting a supportive atmosphere.
• Work as part of a collaborative team alongside residential management and peers to create a positive and safe environment.
• Provide hands-on support, assisting with daily living skills, including personal care, dressing, cooking, cleaning and laundry.
• Administer medications taken by individuals.
• Transport, assist and advocate on medical appointments.
• Initiate and follow through on leisure time activities.
• Assist in maintaining the overall appearance and cleanliness of the home.
• Complete accurate documentation in the Electronic Health Record (Therap) on every shift.
• Provide necessary First Aid and CPR to individuals in need.

Qualifications:

• Applicants must be caring, responsible, and reliable.
• Must be passionate about working with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to promote independence and well-being.
• Must be able to successfully undergo required pre-employment drug screening, fingerprinting, Child Abuse Record Information (CARI) application, Central Registry background check, physical/PPD testing, training and must provide professional references.
• Applicants must have a minimum of a high school diploma/GED and a valid driver's license (in good standing and not in probationary status).

Benefits and Perks:

• Sign On Bonuses.
• Insurance Options (Medical, Dental, Vision) at great rates.
• Paid Training.
• Paid Holidays- including 3 Floating Holidays.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & Sick Time.
• Employee Referral Bonus Program.
• 403b.
• Flexible schedules.

Pay Rate: $17.50-20.50