Medical Direct Support Professional (7AM-3PM, Experience Required)
About the role
The Arc of Ocean County is seeking an experienced Direct Support Professional (DSP) to support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities across residential programs in Toms River, Barnegat, Lacey Township, and Brick Township, New Jersey. This full-time day-shift opportunity (7:00 AM‑3:00 PM, 40 hours per week) is designed for someone who already understands the role of a DSP and is ready to bring that experience into a supportive residential environment. You'll help individuals start their day, manage daily routines, participate in their communities, and work toward greater independence while providing dependable, person‑centered support. Your DSP background and medical case management experience can be valuable in recognizing individual needs, communicating important information, and helping provide consistent support throughout the day.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct support in residential group homes, supervised apartments, and supported living programs
- Assist with personal care, meal preparation, medication support, transportation, household responsibilities, and other daily living needs
- Reinforce practical skills, healthy routines, personal responsibility, and decision-making
- Support individuals in working toward the goals identified in their individualized service plans and recognize their progress
- Assist individuals with recreation, shopping, community outings, and other social activities
- Encourage individuals to make choices about their routines, activities, and everyday lives
- Promote an environment where individuals are treated with dignity, respect, and encouragement
- Help individuals develop skills that support greater participation and independence within their communities
- Follow medication procedures, agency policies, and established safety practices while providing individualized support
- Help maintain a clean, safe, comfortable, and welcoming