Direct Support Professional (Floater, Somerset County)

Job Description

Job Description

Are you a Direct Support Professional (DSP) who would like to grow with a company? Join our Situational Response Team to gain the skills you need to advance your career!

Matheny Medical and Educational Center is seeking Full Time Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to float between our Somerset County Group Homes.

The ideal candidate is available to work 7am-7pm and have flexibility in their schedule to meet the needs of the individuals we serve. Candidates must have reliable transportation to travel between group homes and day program.

What are the advantages of joining our Situational Response Team as a DSP?

• Team members will be trained in all 5 Somerset County group homes and the day program to gain a broader understanding of our DDD programs.
• Team members will be willing and able to transport residents in company vehicles, as needed.
• Team members will be trained to administer medication when needed in all homes.
• Team members will report to the Director of Residential Services to grow their skill set.
• Team members will be offered an increased pay rate due to the demands of flexibility and proficiency in multiple sites.

Enriching Lives. Growing Abilities

Matheny is a special hospital for children and adults with medically complex developmental disabilities. Matheny’s mission is to provide exceptional care and an optimal quality of life for children and adults with special needs and medically complex developmental disabilities. Founded by Walter and Marquerite Matheny in 1951, the Matheny of today is a pioneer in providing fully integrated, personalized care and education that respects each person's dignity and encourages their highest potential. At Matheny, we focus on abilities in a warm and nurturing environment.

Our fully-accredited non-profit private school combines traditional academics with therapeutic intervention and pre-vocational skill development. Our Adult Services Program includes seven licensed community residences/group homes and two adult learning centers. Staffed by experienced therapists and instructors, the program supports adult patients as they attain their highest level of functioning and integration into the community. Matheny's Arts Access program empowers individuals with disabilities to create art without boundaries. Through the use of innovative communication systems, the artists have complete freedom to explore a world that is defined only by their unlimited creativity and unique self-expression.

Desired Qualities of a Direct Support Professional (DSP):

• Respect
• Professionalism
• Integrity
• Compassion

Incentives for joining the Matheny team:

• Paid Training
• Staff Appreciation events
• Health and Wellness fairs
• Employee Recognition Awards
• Diversity events
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• For Full Time employees, Matheny offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package that includes medical/dental, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, tax deferred retirement plan, and generous paid time off.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member’s base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).

The minimum salary scale for this position is $25 per hour.

Full Time qualified candidates who are hired will receive a Signing Bonus of $1,500.00. ($750.00 payable after completion of six months of continuous employment and the remaining $750.00 after completion of 1 year of continuous employment).

Salary ranges shown on third-party job sites may not accurately reflect ranges provided by Matheny Medical and Educational Center. Candidates should check for accurate information and discuss salary/hourly details and our comprehensive benefits with a recruiter, if selected for an interview.