Direct Support Professional

5 days ago

Trenton, New Jersey, United States EIHAB Full time
Job Description

This position is considered para-professional, non-exempt in nature, requiring specialized training to work with mentally and physically disabled individuals in residential living arrangements.

The employee in this position is responsible for the security, safety, and wellbeing of the individuals living within the residence according to his/her specific needs and interests, with the purpose of increasing the quality of life for each person by promoting their respective level of independence.

Key responsibilities include assisting/teaching individual life skill activities, providing/accompanying individuals to recreational activities, and assisting/providing person grooming and hygiene, as appropriate.

Specific duties vary within each residence and with each person served and are based on the abilities and needs of the individuals residing in the home.

Direct Support staff are expected to maintain personal backgrounds free from criminal activity and ensure that all their training requirements are met on an ongoing basis.

Key qualifications include the ability to physically assist individuals as needed, interact in a respectful, dignified manner with individuals, and verbally communicate effectively with individuals, staff, and outside agencies.

Additionally, Direct Support staff are responsible for ensuring that all required documentation is completed and maintained on a daily, ongoing basis.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $18.25 per hour

Schedule:

  • 10 hour shift
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Holidays
  • Monday to Friday
  • Night shift
  • On call
  • Overtime
  • Weekends as needed

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

  • Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)

Shift availability:

  • Day Shift (Preferred)
  • Night Shift (Preferred)
  • Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate before starting Work:

  • Multilingual, multicultural environment

Work Location: In person

About EIHAB Human Services

EIHAB Human Services is a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving children and adults with developmental disabilities and behavioral health challenges.

We believe every human being deserves the chance to succeed and aim to help physically, and mentally challenged individuals lead fulfilling, productive lives through high quality, compassionate care.

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