Community Care Partners is seeking a compassionate and dependable Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide one-on-one support to an adult participant in Bridgewater, NJ 08807.
As a DSP, you will provide hands-on assistance and daily living support while promoting independence, dignity, and quality of life. Services are delivered in accordance with the participant's individualized service plan.
We are looking for a reliable, English-speaking DSP who enjoys helping others and making a positive impact in the lives of individuals with support needs. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated DSP seeking a rewarding role in human services.
Starting Hourly Rate:
$20.00–$25.00 per hour
Position Type:
To be determined
Schedule:
To be determined
Hours:
To be determined
Work Location:
One-on-one DSP services are provided in the participant's home and in the community. This position includes accompanying the participant into the community while promoting independence, safety, and engagement.
Location:
Bridgewater, NJ 08807
Essential Duties / Case Specifics:
- Accompany the participant into the community and provide appropriate support during community activities.
- Encourage independence and active participation in daily tasks and community activities.
- Assist the participant in maintaining a safe, comfortable, and supportive environment.
- Provide hands-on support while promoting dignity, respect, and personal choice.
- Support the participant in developing confidence and greater independence in daily living skills.
Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To:
- Assisting the participant with daily routines and activities.
- Providing supervision and support based on the participant's individualized needs.
- Encouraging independence and participation in everyday tasks.
- Promoting dignity, respect, inclusion, and positive engagement.
- Maintaining the professional, respectful, and supportive environment expected of a DSP.
- Documenting services and communicating important updates as required.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be capable of reaching, bending, lifting, and performing light physical tasks as needed.
Experience, License, and Certification Requirements:
- Must be proficient in English (reading, writing, and comprehension).
- Must clear all required State/Federal criminal background checks, the Central Registry, and the CARI database.
- CPR/First Aid certification preferred. Applicants may apply without certification but must obtain it before starting services.
Benefits:
Benefits will be based on the final scheduled hours. Part-time employees receive paid sick time. Full-time employees (30 or more hours per week) are eligible for:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Join our team as a DSP and make a meaningful difference in the life of an individual while building a rewarding career in human services.
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
