Direct Support Professional

Locations: We are located in Oak Ridge, Butler, Ringwood, and West Milford, NJ -

****$1000.00 Signing Bonus after first 500 hours of client interaction*****Additional $1500.00 Bonus after first 500 hours of client interaction with perfect attendance (not late or absent during first 500 hours)

Contact: Please call 862-200-1161 if interested to set up an appointment for interview. All interested individuals must apply in person to our recruitment site at 5677 Berkshire Valley Rd, Oak, Ridge, NJ 07438 during scheduled appointment hours

Job Description: We are looking for energetic people willing to change the lives of individuals with intellectual disabilities. Full or Part Time shifts available (8 or 16 hour shifts). Day Program and Group Home availability - WEEKENDS A MUST . All schedules are permanent and will vary depending on applicant's availability. All meals supplied as part of your benefits package during your shift.

Group Home: Hours vary but follow 8 hour shift guidelines weekends 8:00 am - 4:00 pm (lunch included); 4:00 pm - 12:00 am (dinner included); and 12:00 am - 8:00 am (awake hours with breakfast included). Employees may work 16 hours shifts in group homes and can potentially work 40 hours in three (3) days, thus working 3 days on and 4 days off. Weekend shifts may be required including Sundays.

Day Program: Hours are Monday through Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm and are full time. LUNCH IS INCLUDED

Pay Rate/Benefits: $23.25 to start. Separate bonuses may be paid throughout the year depending on experience, shifts worked and work ethic throughout the year. Meals during all shifts worked are included from the first shift worked as part of the overall package. All employees will start at $19.05 per hour until they are fully trained in Medication Administration, CPR/FA, Crises Training, Abuse and Neglect Training, Driver's Certification, and Overview of Developmental Disabilities Training, at that time, rate will be increased to $22.75- $23.25 per hour with possible bonus achievement. If you possess all these trainings (and they are up to date), your rate will start at $23.25 per hour with additional bonus potential. Sign on bonus is available once per lifetime. Medical, Dental, Vision, and AFLAC Benefits are available, some with agency contribution as well as our 401k with company MATCH contributions. All available only 90 days after hire.

Due to State Guidelines, all Employees must be 18 years or older, possess a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent, willing to undergo a physical by a licensed physician with a drug screen and TB test, and a valid New Jersey, New York or Pennsylvania Driver's License.

Only serious applicants need apply. You will be working with adults with Developmental Disabilities, assisting them in EVERY aspect of daily living, so please keep that in mind when applying. You must also be willing and able under our auto insurance guidelines to drive our clients in our 7-12 passenger vans

*Bonus paid if indeed ad is mentioned on application as "How did you hear about our agency?"

Key words: Developmental Disabilities, Intellectual Disabilities, Autism, Direct Support, Community Based, Day Programs, Vocational Programs, Mental Health Technician, Residential Counselor, Direct Care, CNA, Certified Nursing Assistant, HHA, Home Health Aide, Personal Assistant, Home Health, Care Giver, Caregiver, DCP, Direct Care Professional, DSP, And Direct Support Professional

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.25 - $28.75 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person