Direct Support Professional- Saturdays (Essex County)

Job Details

Job Location Essex County - Newark, NJPosition Type Part TimeEducation Level High SchoolSalary Range

GENERAL DESCRIPTION :

The Out N About program is a community inclusion program for adults with developmental disabilities. The program provides social and recreational opportunities for the individuals enrolled in the program.

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) shall assist individuals in the ONA program in participating in activities planned within the community, ensuring socialization, and assisting the individual(s) with working on their independence.

Out N About programming occurs on Saturdays and requires in-person staff attendance. Event hours vary but it typically last between 3-5 hours.

Virtual opportunities may also be available throughout the week.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Must work 3 in-person events per month that occurs on a Saturday.
• Is attentive, flexible, and supportive of consumers and their families
• Maintain regular communication with the Family Support Coordinator via agency email
• Is technologically proficient and able to use company implemented platforms to ensure successful programming and documentation
• Responsible for maintaining the comfort, health, safety, and well-being of consumers during program events and intervening when necessary
• Provide care and supervision to assigned individual(s) during program
• Encourage and models appropriate social behaviors and interactions
• Ensure that all work is carried out in a manner that is both respectful and empowering to families and individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• When necessary, will be required to drive consumers to and from a planned program activity in rental cars reserved by the Family Support Coordinator
• Maintain participant’s confidentiality according to HIPPA
• Contacts Program Lead and Coordinator 48 hours prior to a scheduled event / activity if unable to attend
• Maintain CPR and First Aid certification (every two years) and other job requirements as necessary
• Complete 6 professional development hours annually
• Attend quarterly DSP / program meetings
• Demonstrate a friendly, courteous, and professional demeanor
• Prepare self-evaluation for the Family Support Coordinator and undergoes an annual review process as required
• Submit all pertinent documents, including program notes, timesheets, and incident reports by specified deadlines
• Follow mandatory reporting procedures according to FRN and state protocols
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

Must be able to engage in physical activities including : Walking long distances Lifting, moving, or holding weight of 10-40 pounds may be required Respond immediately and appropriately to ensure consumer health and safety needs Maintain mental and physical alertness and an appropriate level of energy to perform essential job requirement

BENEFITS :

• Professional Development opportunities : To include job-related training opportunities, in-house CPR and Handle with Care training provided, and compliance training provided by the HR team to help you develop in your role.
• Technology provided : Company-assigned tablets for most positions as well as company email, dedicated team to assist with technical issues.
• Support from your team : Supportive supervisors and leaders that support you in order to support our participants, opportunities to advance at the agency.
• Job Security : A stable job at an established, growing company, Paid orientation, sick time, training Referral bonus program and a 403b Retirement program.

REQUIREMENTS :

• Must be at least 18 years of age and have a high school diploma or GED
• Meet agency and state requirements, and maintain credentials for the position, which includes ongoing trainings CPR Certification, TB test, etc.
• Experience with assisting and serving individuals with intellectual and / or developmental disabilities preferred
• Must submit to a criminal history review / fingerprinting. All employment and continued employment are contingent upon receipt and maintenance of a satisfactory criminal records review / fingerprint report.
• If driving for the agency, a valid driver’s license, proper registration, insurance and satisfactory driver’s record required- these credentials must be maintained for initial and continued employment
• Drug Testing required upon hire
30+ days ago