Direct Support Professional

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver, you begin each shift ready to help adults with developmental disabilities live their best lives as independently as possible. You have made it your mission to ensure the comfort and safety of each client. In our residential group home, you assist our residents with activities of daily living such as administering medication, cooking meals, performing personal hygiene, and transportation to medical appointments. You also assist in the implementation of individual behavioral plans. Using effective teaching and mentoring techniques, you teach them new skills and help them achieve goals. Based on each individual's preferences and behavioral plans, you encourage their interests and drive them to community outings and recreational activities. You are happy to help them find greater access to the community. You are conscientious about reporting any concerns about their health and safety and keeping documentation accurate and up-to-date. Some aspects of this job are not easily accomplished but at the end of each shift, knowing your clients are happy makes you feel great about the work you do! Work Schedule We operate 24-hour residential group homes which means our Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) / Caregivers have many shift options including mornings, afternoons, evenings, overnights, and weekends. Training All employees are required to complete 10-15 trainings upon hire and on an ongoing basis. Trainings are a combination of in person, which require staff to commute to the main office in Raritan NJ, and remote, using Go To Meeting. All trainings are paid. Benefits Paid Trainings Mileage Reimbursement Direct Deposit Holiday Pay 401K Plan Federal Credit Union Discounted Auto Insurance Advancement Opportunities Workers Compensation Employee Assistance Program Voluntary Vision Plan AFLAC Pre-Paid Legal Services Pet Insurance Full-Time Employees Are Entitled To The Following Additional Benefits Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Life Insurance Short and Long Term Disability Flexible Spending Account Participation Tuition Reimbursement Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Paid Benefit Time (120 hours) Paid Sick Time (40 hours) Paid Bereavement Leave Paid Jury Duty Leave Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent Valid driver's license with a good driving record Ability to pass criminal/registry background checks and a drug screen Clear tuberculosis (TB) screening Ability to pass and maintain required trainings such as CPR/first aid, medication administration, and positive behavioral support training Basic computer skills Experience working with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities is preferred, but not required. As long as you are compassionate, have strong communication and interpersonal skills, are able to remain calm and professional in challenging situations, and want to make a difference, you may be perfect for this opportunity! Are you ready to join our team? If you feel that you are right for this Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver position, apply now with our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application! Alternatives, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr