DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL

Job Description

Job Description

Make a DifferenceDirect Support Professional (DSP)

Jackson, NJ
Full-Time
$19.16/hour | $20.16/hour on weekends
DailyPay Available

Looking 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.

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 provided.

About Advancing Opportunities

Advancing Opportunities provides services and support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our employees help 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 individuals in reaching their goals and living their best lives. 

Why Join Our Team?Competitive Pay & Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• $19.16 per hour
• $20.16 per hour on weekends
• DailyPay, allowing access to earned wages before payday
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness programs
• 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 in developing greater independence
• Build meaningful relationships
• Help individuals participate in their communities
• Join a mission-driven organization

What You’ll Do

As a Direct Support Professional , you will:

• Assist individuals with daily living activities, including meal preparation, housekeeping, personal hygiene, shopping, and household maintenance.
• Provide support that promotes independence, dignity, safety, wellness, and quality of life.
• Help individuals develop relationships, participate in community activities, and work toward their personal goals.
• Provide supervision and guidance to help individuals build skills and confidence.
• Transport individuals to medical appointments, community activities, day programs, religious services, family visits, and other assigned destinations.
• Administer medications and carry out prescribed healthcare programs following required policies and training.
• Implement individualized service and behavioral support plans.
• Complete medication records, daily logs, goal documentation, incident reports, vehicle logs, and other required paperwork accurately.
• Monitor and respond appropriately to crises or potential crisis situations.
• Maintain confidentiality and interact with individuals in a respectful, age-appropriate, and professional manner.
• Attend required staff meetings, training sessions, inspections, and investigations.
• Work collaboratively with the Lead Direct Support Professional and Residential Manager to ensure individuals’ needs are met.
• Help maintain a safe, supportive, and trauma-informed residential environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

Who We’re Looking For

You may be a great fit if you are:

• Compassionate
• Dependable
• Patient
• Team-oriented
• Service-focused
• Professional
• Positive
• Comfortable working independently
• Committed to helping others achieve greater independence

QualificationsRequired

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent certificate
• At least 21 years of age
• Valid driver’s license
• Clean motor vehicle record
• Current vehicle registration and insurance, as required
• Ability to read, write, communicate, and complete documentation in English
• Basic computer literacy, including experience with email, Microsoft Office, time-recording systems, or similar applications
• Ability to complete all required training, including CPR and First Aid
• Ability to satisfy required screenings, which may include criminal background, drug, and registry checks
• Ability to perform the essential physical responsibilities of the position with or without reasonable accommodation
• Schedule flexibility based on program and business needs

Preferred

• Associate or bachelor’s degree
• Six months to one year of experience supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities or working in a human-services setting
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care
• Experience implementing individualized service or behavioral support plans
• Strong communication, documentation, organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills

Schedule

• Full-Time: Sunday–Thursday, 3:00 PM–11:00 PM
• OR Full-Time: Sunday–Wednesday, 11:00 PM–9:00 AM overnight
• Weekend availability is required as scheduled.
• Working schedules may change based on program or business needs.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand or work for six to eight hours per shift
• Ability to sit for two to three hours per shift
• Ability to drive a company vehicle for one to four hours per shift
• Ability to bend, reach, stand, stoop, twist, climb steps, and assist individuals as needed
• Ability to lift more than 50 pounds
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation

Apply Today

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 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, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment.

All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

This policy of nondiscrimination and equal employment opportunity extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment. 

Full-Time: Sunday–Thursday, 3:00 PM–11:00 PM
OR Full-Time: Sunday–Wednesday, 11:00 PM–9:00 AM overnight