Direct Support Professional
Assurance Care & Support Services Inc · Short Hills, NJ · 4 days ago
On-siteOTHRFull-time
Benefits
- 401(k) Competitive salary
- Flexible schedule
Responsibilities
- Provide One on One direct support and assistance to individuals with disabilities or special needs
- Aid with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming
- Help with meal preparation and feeding
- Perform light housekeeping tasks such as cleaning and laundry
- Provide transportation to appointments, errands, and community activities
- Maintain and document individuals' progress and behavior
- Administer medication as needed
- Implement individualized care plans and follow specific instructions
Skills
- Experience in home care or senior care (preferred)
- Knowledge of meal preparation and nutrition guidelines
- Familiarity with dementia care techniques and strategies
- First aid and CPR certification (plus)
- Ability to take vital signs and monitor health status
- Strong communication skills to interact with individuals, families, and healthcare professionals