Direct Support Professional

4 days ago

Toms River, United States Xelerate, LLC Full time $18 - $19
Easterseals New Jersey

If you have a true passion for helping others by enriching the lives of people living with disabilities and special needs, are flexible to support individuals in our Residential, Day Habilitation and Community Inclusions programs AND have a “CAN-DO” attitude, we want to meet you

What’s in it for you?
Be a part of a national organization that has helped people living with developmental disabilities, and special needs or more than a century
Work with an awesome team of professionals that have a true passion for the work that they do.

Great benefits:
  • Competitive pay
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • No Cost Life and Accidental Death Insurance 
  • Employer Paid Long Term Disability Insurance
  • Plentiful Voluntary Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 403(b) Plan with Match
  • Discount Programs
  • Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays
  • Paid Time Off Buy-Back
  • Paid Medical Leave Time
  • Direct Deposit and Payroll Cards
  • Access to Electronic Pay Statements
  • Mileage Reimbursement
  • Employee Wellness Program
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Employee Paid Orientation & Training
  • Recognition Program

To be successful in this role you will:Provide services to individuals with intellectual and developmental special needs. 

Responsible for carrying out prescribed individual service plans not limited to daily living activities, transportation, ambulatory and non-ambulatory services, and monitoring/ administering medication.  These services may be provided either in the community, at facilities or, in homes in support of achieving the service recipient’s goals.  

Deliver quality services and build strong customer relations with internal and external stakeholders, making Easterseals New Jersey the service provider of choice.

This position requires flexibility to work in multiple locations within the specified county and perform necessary work assignments that will accommodate the needs of the service recipients.   
Skills & Qualifications you will need:
  • High school diploma or equivalent required. 
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Experience that demonstrates the ability to provide direct assistance to individuals with disabilities.
  • Effective verbal and written communication utilizing the English language. 
  • Ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees, persons receiving services, and the general public.
  • A valid driver’s license and a good driving record is required.
  • Ability to perform basic computer functions, including documentation in an Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.

About Us
Easterseals is a national 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that has helped children and adults with disabilities and special needs, live better lives for more than half a century. Annually, over 9,000 individuals with disabilities and specific special needs in New Jersey receive services in our programs. We believe everyone has an inalienable right to realize their potential and live their life as they envision it; everyone is allowed access to opportunities that permit them to do so.

Our employees dedicate themselves to making positive differences in people’s lives every day by living our Core Values: RESPECTFULNESS, WARMTH, EXPERTISE

Easterseals Is An Equal Opportunity Employer
As one of our core values, we strive to provide equal opportunity to all of our employees without regard to their age, gender, religion, race, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, disability which is unrelated to the ability to perform essential job functions, unfavorable military discharge (except dishonorable), veteran status, marital status, parental status, genetic information, source of income or other legally protected category in accordance with applicable law with regard to receipt of services, appointment or election to voluntary office, or hiring for, assignment to, or promotion in staff positions. Easterseals NJ offers paid training, 403(b) Retirement Plan and generous Paid Time Off for all employees To view all benefit information, visit www.enjbenefits.com

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