DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL

Direct Support Professional (DSP)Jackson, NJ Full-Time $19.16 per hour $20.16 per hour on weekends DailyPay AvailableLooking for More Than Just a Job?At Advancing Opportunities, we believe every person deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful, fulfilling, and independent life.We're seeking compassionate, dedicated professionals who are looking for more than a paycheck. We're looking for individuals who want to make a difference, build rewarding careers, and become part of a team committed to helping others succeed.As a Direct Support Professional, you will provide compassionate care and assistance to individuals with intellectual, developmental, and behavioral health challenges. You will help the individuals we serve develop skills, increase independence, remain safe and healthy, and achieve their fullest potential.Whether you're beginning your career, changing professions, or bringing previous human services experience, we provide the training and support needed to help you thrive.Paid training provided.About Advancing OpportunitiesAdvancing Opportunities provides high-quality services and support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.Our employees play a vital role in helping individuals achieve greater independence, confidence, and success while promoting dignity, respect, inclusion, and personal choice. Every day, our team members make a meaningful impact by supporting people in reaching their goals and living their best lives.Why Join Our Team?Competitive Pay & BenefitsCompetitive compensation$19.16 per hour$20.16 per hour on weekendsDailyPay, providing access to earned wages before paydayMedical, dental, and vision insurance401(k) retirement planPaid time offEmployee Assistance ProgramWellness programsEmployee referral bonusesCompany-paid trainingCareer Growth & DevelopmentPaid training programsProfessional development opportunitiesCertification opportunitiesLeadership development programsCareer advancement opportunitiesOpportunities across multiple service linesMeaningful Work That MattersMake a difference every daySupport individuals in achieving greater independenceBuild meaningful relationshipsPromote dignity, inclusion, and personal choiceHelp individuals become involved in their communitiesJoin a mission-driven organizationWhat You'll DoAs a Direct Support Professional, you will:Assist individuals with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, meal planning and preparation, housekeeping, shopping, and household maintenance.Provide supervision, guidance, and hands-on assistance based on each individual's needs and support requirements.Help individuals develop skills and maximize their independence and quality of life.Support individuals in building relationships and participating in community, recreational, educational, religious, medical, and family activities.Transport and accompany individuals to appointments, programs, activities, and other approved destinations.Follow each individual's Individual Service Plan, Individual Habilitation Plan, Behavior Support Plan, and other established support plans.Teach and reinforce skills using the methods and materials outlined in individualized plans.Provide trauma-informed care and help maintain a safe, respectful, and supportive environment.Administer medications and carry out prescribed healthcare programs after completing required training.Monitor individuals' health, safety, and well-being and respond appropriately to urgent or crisis situations.Implement behavioral programs in accordance with individualized behavior plans.Recognize, respond to, document, and report incidents, injuries, suspected abuse, neglect, or mistreatment in accordance with organizational policies.Complete required documentation accurately and on time, including daily logs, goal records, medication records, incident reports, seizure logs, behavior documentation, vehicle logs, and other program records.Maintain the confidentiality and privacy of individuals and comply with HIPAA requirements.Attend required staff meetings, training programs, and competency-based training.Assist with program licensing, inspections, investigations, and other regulatory requirements.Work collaboratively with the Lead Direct Support Professional, Residential Manager, families, coworkers, and members of the interdisciplinary team.Assist with emergency and on-call activities when requested.Maintain professional conduct and exercise sound judgment while performing assigned duties.Complete other duties and special projects as assigned.Who We're Looking ForYou may be a great fit if you are:CompassionateDependablePatientTeam-orientedService-focusedProfessionalPositiveOrganizedCalm under pressureCommitted to helping othersQualificationsRequiredHigh school diploma, GED, or equivalent certificateAt least 21 years of ageValid driver's licenseClean motor vehicle recordCurrent vehicle registration and insurance, when applicableCPI training or ability to complete prior to placement in the homeAbility to complete all required background checks and screeningsAbility to complete required training, including CPR and First AidAbility to read, write, communicate, and complete documentation in EnglishBasic computer literacy, including experience with email, Microsoft Office applications, electronic timekeeping, and other workplace systemsAbility to work independently with minimal supervisionAbility to safely supervise and assist individuals receiving residential servicesAbility to perform the essential physical functions of the positionSchedule flexibility based on program and business needsPreferredAssociate or bachelor's degreeSix months to one year of experience working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities or in a human services settingKnowledge of trauma-informed care and trauma-informed environmentsExperience implementing individualized service or behavior support plansExperience completing medication, health, behavioral, and program documentationScheduleFull-TimeSunday through Thursday3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.Jackson, NJWeekend availability is required for the Sunday portion of the schedule.Working schedules and locations may change based on program and business needs.Physical RequirementsAbility to stand or work for six to eight hours per shiftAbility to sit for two to three hours per shiftAbility to drive a company vehicle for one to four hours per shiftAbility to bend, reach, lift, stand, stoop, twist, and climb stepsAbility to lift more than 50 pounds as required by the positionAbility to operate vehicle or wheelchair lifts and other adaptive equipmentAbility to assist individuals safely while performing essential job dutiesAbility to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodationApply TodaySome jobs pay the bills. Some jobs build careers. This job changes lives.If you're looking for meaningful work where your compassion, dedication, and hard work make a real difference every day, we encourage you to apply today.Join our team and become the reason someone has a better day.About Our OrganizationAdvancing Opportunities is part of the Inperium family of companies.Employment for this position is administered through Apis Services, Inc.