Direct Support Professional / Caregiver / Community Support Worker

Benefits

• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Bonus opportunities
• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Employee discounts

Location

Chester, NJ and surrounding areas

Pay

$20 per hour

Schedule

Approximately 4 hours per week Wednesdays 1:00pm - 5:00pm

Work Setting

In Person

Job Requirements

• Must have a reliable vehicle and be willing to transport clients.
• Mileage reimbursement available for approved client transportation.
• Must love working with and helping people.
• Experience supporting individuals with disabilities, seniors, dementia patients, or people with special needs preferred.
• Experience as a Caregiver, Home Health Aide (HHA), Personal Care Assistant (PCA), Direct Care Worker, Behavioral Health Support Worker, Companion Caregiver, or Direct Support Professional (DSP) is a plus.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license.
• Current vehicle insurance.
• Reliable personal vehicle.
• Driving record with 4 points or fewer.
• First Aid and CPR certification.
• Able to comply with all state regulations and agency requirements.
• Able to cooperate with state inspectors and New Jersey Department staff during inspections or investigations.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and use common sense.
• To remain calm during crisis situations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• To interact with a wide variety of individuals and situations.
• To work with people who have varying levels of support needs.
• To complete required initial and ongoing training.
• Commitment to providing quality Human Services and community-based support.

Job Specifications

• Ability to exercise sound judgment and use common sense.
• To remain calm during crisis situations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• To interact with a wide variety of individuals and situations.
• To work with people who have varying levels of support needs.
• To complete required initial and ongoing training.
• Commitment to providing quality Human Services and community-based support.

Job Title

Direct Support Professional (DSP), Caregiver, Community Support Worker, Direct Care Worker, Behavioral Health Support Worker, Companion Caregiver, Personal Care Assistant, Disability Support Professional

Industry

Human Services, Disability Services, Home Care, Community Support Services, Senior Care, Behavioral Health, Nonprofit Services