Direct Support Professional

Job Description

Job Description

❤️ Make a Difference Every DayDirect Support Professional (DSP)

???? New Jersey
???? Part-Time
???? $17.15/hour Weekdays | $18.15/hour Weekends
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Looking for More Than Just a Job?

At Advancing Opportunities (AO) , 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.

Whether you're beginning your career, changing professions, or bringing years of experience, we provide the training, support, and opportunities needed to help you thrive. Paid training is provided, and you'll join a team committed to helping individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities achieve their fullest potential.

About Advancing Opportunities

For more than 70 years, Advancing Opportunities has been dedicated to improving lives through high-quality services and support for individuals with disabilities and their families throughout New Jersey. 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 & Benefits

• $17.15/hour weekday rate
• $18.15/hour weekend rate
• DailyPay – Access Your Earned Wages Before Payday
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Company-Paid Training

???? Career Growth & Development

• Paid Training Programs
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Certification Opportunities
• Leadership Development Programs
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Opportunities Across Multiple Service Lines

❤️ Meaningful Work That Matters

• Make a Difference Every Day
• Support Individuals and Families
• Build Meaningful Relationships
• Strengthen Communities
• Join a Mission-Driven Organization

What You'll Do

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) , you will:

• Assist individuals with daily living activities, including personal care, meal preparation, housekeeping, and hygiene support.
• Promote independence and help individuals achieve their personal goals and highest quality of life.
• Provide compassionate, person-centered support in residential settings.
• Support community participation, relationship-building, and meaningful social engagement.
• Transport individuals to medical appointments, community activities, day programs, religious services, and family visits.
• Administer and document medications in accordance with organizational policies and procedures.
• Complete required documentation including daily notes, medication logs, incident reports, behavior tracking, and goal progress reports.
• Assist with Individual Service Plan (ISP) implementation and outcome tracking.
• Monitor for health and safety concerns and respond appropriately in emergency or crisis situations.
• Implement behavior support plans and trauma-informed care practices.
• Maintain client confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA requirements.
• Participate in trainings, staff meetings, and agency initiatives.
• Ensure the safety, well-being, dignity, and rights of all individuals served.
• Collaborate with the Residential Manager, Lead DSP, families, and interdisciplinary team members to support individual success.
• Perform other duties as assigned to meet the needs of the program and individuals served.

Who We're Looking For

You may be a great fit if you are:

✔ Compassionate
✔ Dependable
✔ Patient
✔ Team-Oriented
✔ Service-Focused
✔ Professional
✔ Positive
✔ Committed to Helping Others

QualificationsRequired

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Ability to pass all required background screenings and clearances.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to document accurately and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic computer skills and proficiency with email and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to complete required CPR, First Aid, and agency training requirements.

Preferred

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Human Services or a related field.
• Six months to one year of experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Experience implementing behavior support plans and trauma-informed care practices.
• Medication administration experience.

Schedule

• Part-Time
• Friday through Monday
• 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM
• Weekend availability required
• Flexibility to work additional shifts as needed to support program operations

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, transfer, and support individuals as necessary, including lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, reach, and climb stairs throughout a shift.
• Ability to assist with personal care and daily living activities.
• Ability to operate agency vehicles and transport individuals safely.
• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

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Some 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 Organization

Advancing Opportunities (AO) is part of the Inperium family of companies. Employment for this position is administered through Apis Services, Inc.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Apis Services, Inc., Inperium Inc., and affiliates provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and applicable state and local laws and regulations. Employment decisions are made without regard to any status protected by applicable law.

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