Direct Support Professional - Dsp Nj

Young Adult Institute Inc

New Jersey, US
$18.50ph to $19.25ph
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Assist with activities of daily living
Provide emotional support
Ensure health, wellness, and safety
** Young Adult Institute Inc. is seeking Direct Support Professionals in New Jersey to provide care and support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). The role requires assisting with daily living activities, promoting community integration, and ensuring the safety and well-being of those supported. **

Job Summary

  • YAI promotes a person-centered approach by creating supports that cater to the specific needs of each person.
  • Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) provide direct support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD), assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs) including intimate and personal care, teaching daily and independent living skills, providing individual and group counseling and promoting community integration.
  • Benefits include DailyPay, tuition reimbursement, medical and dental insurance, paid time off, and a 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Young Adult Institute Inc. is seeking Direct Support Professionals in New Jersey to provide care and support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). The role requires assisting with daily living activities, promoting community integration, and ensuring the safety and well-being of those supported. **

Salary

$18.50/hour to $19.25/hour

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Assist with activities of daily living
  • Provide emotional support
  • Ensure health, wellness, and safety
  • Implement individualized service plans
  • Administer medication as prescribed
  • Operate agency vehicle
  • Collect and record data

Nice-to-have

  • Person-centered approach
  • Positive relationships
  • Solution-oriented approach
  • Calm in stressful situations

Key Requirements

  • At least 18 years of age
  • HS diploma or equivalent
  • Valid Driver's License with no more than 5 points
  • Ability to meet physical demands
  • Effective written and oral communication skills
  • Basic computer skills
  • Required certifications within 120 days

Work Rights

Not specified

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