Direct Support Professional

About the role

Direct Support Professionals at REM Community Services, part of the Sevita family, provide community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. You’ll join a mission-driven team and create relationships that motivate us all every day.

• Be proud of rewarding work helping people grow, learn, and live well
• Develop real, meaningful relationships with the individuals you serve
• Experience ownership and trust from your leaders to do what’s right for participants
• Take initiative to help participants be part of the community and enjoy their favorite activities
• Support participants with developmental goals like budgeting, exercise, and nutrition
• Assist people with their personal hygiene and support individuals who can have behavioral challenges and other complex needs

Schedule

Per diem positions with weekday 3p–11p and overnight availability, plus flexible open weekend shifts.

Pay

$19.71 per hour.

Benefits

• Competitive pay with Pay on Demand
• Full benefits package for full-time employees, including a 401(k) with a 3% company match
• Paid time off plus holiday pay
• Supervisors who care deeply about participants and your wellbeing
• Stable job at an established, growing company
• Investment in your development and tools/training for a fulfilling career

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Six months of experience in human services, direct care, or care coordination preferred
• Strong communication, adaptability, multi-tasking, teamwork, and time-management skills
• Patient, compassionate, reliable, and responsible behavior
• Valid Driver’s license and access to a registered vehicle with proof of insurance

Location: Vincentown, Southampton Twp, NJ 08088