Direct Support Professional (Day Program)

Devereux - Vineland, NJ

Full-time - Entry Level

Vineland, NJ

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About the position

Devereux's DSP hourly rate is starting at $19.35 and increases with education and experience. As a Direct Support Professional at Devereux, you will work with other dedicated professionals who share your passion for helping individuals in need. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, paid training, student tuition assistance, and opportunity for internal growth. This position is responsible for supervising group home staff, assisting individuals with their daily living, administering medication, adhering to implemented Behavioral Support Plans, medical appointments, household maintenance, electronic documentation, and most of all, assisting our individuals in maximizing their full potential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure our individuals are safe and healthy while attending our day program.
• Supervise, coach, and assist our individuals in achieving their goals for daily living skills, such as food preparation, cooking, cleaning, and shopping.
• Supervise the planning, implementation, and documentation of programs designed to meet the social, emotional, physical, and personal needs of our individuals.
• Plan and participate in community-based jobs, volunteer opportunities, and outings for our individuals to be involved with.
• Schedule and transport our individuals to and from day program.

Requirements

• Be 18 years of age or older (required).
• Have a High School Diploma or GED (required).
• Have a valid driver's license.
• Be empathetic and have a team approach to care for our individuals.
• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Be energetic, creative, and have a sense of humor.
• Be able to attend 10 days of in-house orientation on weekdays.
• Be able to lift up to 50+ pounds and perform Safe and Positive Approaches.
• Have a high level of comfort with hands on hygiene care (including diapering and showering).

Nice-to-haves

• Fee for Service knowledge is a plus.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness program including medical, dental, prescription drug, preventative care, mental health services, and employee assistance/work-life balance program.
• Tuition assistance.
• Generous time-off.
• 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit.
• Voluntary/employee paid vision, supplemental life and accident coverage.
• Student loan debt assistance.
• 30-day benefit eligibility waiting period for new hires.