Direct Support Professional (Day Program)

Community Options
Westfield, NJ, US
Full-time

Description

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.

We are now hiring Full-Time Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, Home Health Aides in Westfield , NJ to provide person-centered care tailored to meet the needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

The Daily Plan It is a complete office, conference and copy center that offers beautifully furnished office rental space or virtual tenancy to a variety of businesses.

Employees receive valuable work experience in areas such as customer service, inventory management, quality and database management, as well as facilities maintenance.

General Requirements :

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Valid / Current Driver’s License
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds
  • Ability to communicate (verbally and written) with all levels of employees within the company.
  • Must be able to bend, stoop, lift, push / pull, reach, and stand / walk for periods of time.
  • May transport participants in own vehicle (if applicable)

General Duties :

  • Assists individuals with their Prevocational and independent community skills
  • Utilizes Person Centered Plans to assess an individual's needs
  • Completes training with individuals towards achieving ISP goals.
  • Administers medication(s) and completes appropriate documentation.
  • Accompanies individuals to and from activities.
  • Builds a support network between the individuals and community members.

Working Conditions

  • Work in day programs, and in the community
  • Transport individuals utilizing your own vehicle or company provided vehicles
  • May be required to lift or move 25+ pounds

Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M / F / D / V

16 days ago
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