Direct Support Professional- SPANISH SPEAKING FEMALE

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Training & development
• 401(k)
• Flexible schedule

MMD COMMUNITY CARE LLC

MMD Community Care is a New Jersey DDD (Division of Developmental Disabilities) approved statewide provider. We provide a high standard of Community Support, Respite, and Individual Support to Adults with disabilities.

MMD Community Care provides care for adults with special needs in a warm, friendly, and comfortable atmosphere across tew Jersey.

Job Description

Seeking a Spanish speaking Direct Support Professional to provide direct support and assistance for consumer.

Duties:

Assist consumer in development of community living skills A.ssist consumer in preparation of meals, maintaining a household, toileting, dressing, grooming, and personal maintenance and assist in assuring there are opportunities for the consumer within the home to participate in their own lives and to become part of the community possible.

Physical Requirements:

The employee must be physically capable of transferring, assisting with transfers, and lifting persons who require physical assistance.

The employee must be able to reach and bend as they assist participants with physical activities.

Experience/Education/License Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid New Jersey Driver’s License (driving record not to exceed 5 points). If transporting consumers’ proof of automobile insurance is needed
• Must be 21 years or older
• Must clear any State/Federal criminal background checks, the Central Registry and CARI database
• CPR/FA certification
• Must be proficient in English (read, write & comprehend)
• Complete all training for the position within established timelines

OTHER GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability and willingness to support individuals with challenging behaviors, ability to adapt to environmental conditions in private residences
Maintain safety and cleanliness of any personal vehicle that transports consumers Display professionalism always

Provide at least two (2) verifiable job references.

Job Type: Part -time

Salary: $22 per hour

Schedule:

• Friday/Saturday/Sunday

Experience:

• Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person