Direct Support Professional

About the role

Join Devereux New Jersey where great careers soar! As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you will work with dedicated professionals passionate about helping individuals in need.

Responsibilities

• Ensure individuals are safe and healthy while attending day program.
• Supervise, coach, and assist individuals in achieving daily living skills.
• Plan and participate in community-based jobs, volunteer opportunities, and outings.
• Schedule and transport individuals to and from day program.

Requirements

• Minimum High School Diploma/GED.
• Valid non-provisional driver's license.
• At least 18 years old.
• Attend ten days of paid onsite orientation on weekdays.
• Empathetic and team-oriented approach to care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license.
• Aged 18 or older.
• Attend ten days of paid orientation.
• Empathetic and team-oriented.

Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of safety protocols and emergency response.

Benefits

• Time off benefits starting on day one.
• Excellent health benefits effective 30 days after employment.
• Tuition and student loan assistance.
• Growth and training development.
• Collaborative working environment with multidisciplinary team.
• Opportunity to engage with an organization that values Servant Leadership principles.

Pay

Starting at $20.42 and increases with education/experience.

Schedule

Second shift positions available!

Company Overview

Devereux is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit organizations, providing services, insight, and leadership in the evolving field of behavioral healthcare. Founded in 1912, Devereux operates a comprehensive national network of clinical, therapeutic, educational, and employment programs that positively impact the lives of 10,000+ children, adults, and their families every year. Our mission: Devereux changes lives by unlocking and nurturing human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral, or cognitive differences. With nearly 6,500 employees working in programs across the country, Devereux is a trusted partner for families, schools, and communities, serving individuals in the areas of autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, specialty mental health, education, and foster care.

What We Look For In Our Direct Support Professionals

We ensure our individuals are safe and healthy while attending our day program. We supervise, coach, and assist our individuals in achieving their goals for daily living skills, such as food preparation, cooking, cleaning, and shopping. We plan and participate in community-based jobs, volunteer opportunities, and outings for our individuals to be involved with. We schedule and transport our individuals to and from day program.

Company Culture and Expectations

At Devereux, Servant Leadership is embedded throughout our culture and every aspect of our organizational framework. Our mission-driven, people-first mindset is at the heart of the compassionate and high-quality programming we provide – every day – for the individuals and families we serve, and other key stakeholders. We believe a workplace rooted in inclusivity – offering a sense of belonging to all those who walk through our doors – is fundamental to delivering the highest quality healthcare services. Through open dialogue and the creation of brave spaces, we will engage in work that gives each of us a chance to change the world – one person, one family, one community at a time.

What Devereux Offers You

• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive health and welfare program.
• Medical (including telemedicine via phone, web, app).
• Dental.
• Prescription drug.
• Preventative care.
• Mental health services.
• Student loan debt assistance.
• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance.
• Generous time-off (start accruing 1st day).
• 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit.
• Voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage.
• Employee assistance / work-life balance program.

Devereux is a Drug-Free Workplace

Devereux is committed to creating a drug-free workplace and requires drug screening for all employees.

EEO Statement

Devereux is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.