Direct Support Professional - Substitute

Direct Support Professional - Substitute

New Jersey Institute for Disabilities

Eatontown, NJ 07799

Posted 10 months ago

  • Job Type(s)

    Full Time Part Time
  • Industry

    Education, Training
  • Job Description

    Direct Support Professional - Substitute

    The New Jersey Institute for Disabilities (NJID) is one of the largest not-for-profit agencies of its kind in the nation providing services to infants, children and adults with developmental and related disabilities. NJID offers specialized facilities, programs and supports throughout New Jersey. Come join our dedicated staff of more than 500 and make a difference in someone's life!

    We are currently hiring Direct Support Professionals to assist residents with developmental disabilities with activities of daily living in a residential setting.


    Job Responsibilities of a Direct Support Professional:

    • Assist and/or supervises in activities of daily living skills
    • Administer or assist with prescribed medication
    • Light housekeeping
    • Assist with transportation
    • Assist in the implementation of individual goals and objectives
    • Data entry using Therap (EHR)
    • Assist residents in the pursuit of recreational, social and community activities based on their preferences and individual plans

    Job Requirements:

    • HS diploma or equivalent
    • A valid driver's license in good standing and must be insurable through NJID's automobile insurance
    • Strong communication skills

    NO certification required


    Position Details:

    Location: Manalapan County: Monmouth


    Hours Per Work Week: 16 Weekly Work Schedule: Fri. & Sat. 4pm-12am


    Other shifts are available at this location.


    NJID has full-time, part-time, and per diem opportunities in Middlesex, Monmouth, Ocean, and Somerset Counties.

    Benefits:

    • Paid Sick Leave
    • 403(b) Plan
    • On the Job Training
    • Extra Work Hours Available
    • Growth Opportunities


    COVID-19 Considerations
    Since the beginning of the pandemic, the safety and security of the individuals we serve and our employees have been paramount to us. To that end, NJID follows stringent protocols that comply with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and state and local public health guidelines. NJID ensures all employees have the necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

    NJID EOE Statement

    It is NJID's policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expressing, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an agency, we value diversity of background and opinion and prohibit discrimination or harassment based on any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, fringe benefits, layoff, termination, or any other terms and conditions of employment.

  • Job Benefit(s)

    Paid sick leave