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Promise Day is hosting interviews Monday-Thursday from 11am-2pm, Must confirm appointment before arriving
Job Description: Direct Support Professional
Reporting Supervisor: Program Director or designee
Duties:
o Provide clients with quality day habilitation experience, assisting with toileting, feeding, client activities, in areas as outlined by the client Individual Service Plan ( ISP)
- Provide ongoing protective oversight to people attending the Day Habilitation Program.
- Responsible for implementing the Day Habilitation Plan for each person following the safeguards stated in their ISP/IHP Plans.
- Complete monthly group calendar activities based upon input from people supported.
- Complete daily activity logs accurately and timely for people supported.
- Enter information accurately and contemporaneously on each person’s billing sheets and/or electronic system, on a daily basis to ensure regulatory compliance.
- Implement behavioral support plans a written and ensure associated data collection.
- Successful training and demonstrated competency of DDD training provided on NJ College of Direct Support and program trainings.
- Establish and maintain a rapport with community supports.
- Establish and maintain a working relationships with the person’s circle of support.
- Provides training, assistance and/or supervision to individual(s) in the areas of daily living, personal care, financial management, community and social integration, medication administration, and/or job skills development.
- Establishes a therapeutic relationship with the individual receiving services to ensure effective guidance, support and service delivery. Ensures objectives are met in accordance with the Individual Service Plan.
- Assist in maintaining a clean environment. Proper use and maintenance of equipment and appliances.
- Mandatory attendance at all scheduled in-service trainings and staff meetings.
- Drive agency vehicles safely to transport individuals to and from program, and to various volunteer sites/ community sites daily.
Qualifications:
o At minimum, a high school diploma or equivalent with 2 years of experience in health direct care/support is required
o Employee must cooperate with the officer licensee and department of Human Services staff in any inspection or investigation
o Employee must successfully complete and demonstrate proficiency in all areas of required training o Valid Driver’s License
o Must be at least 18 years of age or older
- Knowledge of CCW Waiver Procedures or minimum 1 year of experience working with persons with Intellectual Development Disabilities or in another health related field
- Good communication, writing and computer skills
- Valid driver’s license
- Ability to work independently
- Good organizational skills
- CPR/First Aid Certification
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.42 - $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Direct support: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Shift availability:
Work Location: In person
