Direct Support Professional

Join Devereux New Jersey, where great careers soar! As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you will work with other dedicated professionals who share your passion for helping individuals in need.

About the Role

Direct Support Professional positions are located in Deptford, NJ. Second shift positions are available.

Responsibilities

• Ensure our individuals are safe and healthy while attending our day program.
• Supervise, coach, and assist our individuals in achieving their goals for daily living skills, such as food preparation, cooking, cleaning, and shopping.
• Supervise the planning, implementation, and documentation of programs designed to meet the social, emotional, physical, and personal needs of our individuals.
• Plan and participate in community-based jobs, volunteer opportunities, and outings for our individuals to be involved with.
• Schedule and transport our individuals to and from day program.

Requirements

• Minimum of a High School Diploma/GED.
• Valid non-provisional driver's license.
• 18 years of age or older.
• Able to attend ten days of paid onsite orientation on weekdays.
• Empathetic and have a team approach to care for our individuals.

Devereux has a zero-tolerance policy for abuse and maintains policies and procedures to systematically reduce the risk of abuse. The organization fosters a culture of reporting abuse and will cooperate with authorities to the fullest extent possible.

Benefits

• Time off benefits starting on day one.
• Excellent health benefits (medical, dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services), effective 30 days after employment.
• Student loan debt assistance and tuition reimbursement.
• Generous time-off accrual starting the first day.
• 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit.
• Voluntary/employee-paid supplemental life and accident coverage.
• Employee assistance/work-life balance program.

Pay

Starting salary at $20.42, with increases based on education and experience.

About Devereux

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 over 10,000 children, adults, and their families every year.

Our mission is to change 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.

At Devereux, Servant Leadership is embedded throughout our culture. Our mission-driven, people-first mindset fosters a collaborative, empowering, and positive work environment. We believe inclusivity and a sense of belonging are fundamental to delivering high-quality care.