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Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Day Program Full- Time

OUR HOUSE

Port Reading, NJ 07064

$20/hr

~ 19 min OnsiteChildcare AssistanceEducation AssistanceHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

$20.00/Hour | Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Full-Time | Paid Training | IDD Day Services
Full-Time: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
The Day Program Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides supervision, instruction, and support to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a structured day program and community-based settings
Supervise program participants in accordance with individual service plan supervision guidelines, including line-of-sight supervision when required
Maintain required staff-to-participant ratios at all times in facility-based and community settings
Safely transport individuals to volunteer sites, activities, and appointments using agency vehicles, including highway and long-distance driving, in compliance with the Our House, Inc. Safe Driving Policy
Attend and actively participate in monthly staff meetings and quarterly all-agency meetings
Ability to write and type legibly using a computer, laptop, or other company-provided device
Ability to read, interpret, and apply charts, diagrams, and written instructions
Ability to enter and navigate program sites and community locations safely
Ability to observe, hear, and respond promptly if a participant requires assistance or is in danger
Ability to physically demonstrate tasks and activities to participants
Adequate motor skills to assist participants with physical disabilities and to respond quickly to prevent injury or unsafe situations
Ability to redirect participants exhibiting behavioral challenges (e.g., self-injury, elopement, aggression)
Strong judgment and problem-solving skills to manage daily situations independently
Ability to work independently while maintaining required staffing ratios
Ability to accompany and supervise participants during appointments, community activities, and recreational events
Strong verbal communication and comprehension skills for interaction with participants, staff, and community members
Ability to attend off-site trainings as required
Ability to assist participants with hygiene needs, including bathing, showering, and toileting
Ability to assist individuals using wheelchairs in program and community settings
Ability to safely transfer participants in and out of bathrooms, vehicles, beds, or other equipment as needed
Ability to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including masks when required
Ability to drive agency vehicles regularly to transport participants and complete business errands
Valid driver's license with an insurable driving record and ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check
Must be comfortable driving agency vehicles on a regular basis, including highway driving
Must have reliable transportation to and from work
At minimum, a high school diploma, GED, or foreign equivalent
Must be 21 years of age or older
Ability to attend and successfully complete required paid training and maintain annual recertifications
Comfortable using computers and electronic systems for documentation, email communication, and data entry
Ability to provide professional references during the application process

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Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Day Program Full- Time

OUR HOUSE

Port Reading, NJ 07064

$20/hr

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Personal Care-Program Aide [Multiple Shifts/Locations]

WEST SIDE FEDERATION FOR SENIOR AND SUPPORTIVE HOUSING

New York, NY 10024

~ 48 min OnsiteBilingual PreferredHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

High school diploma or GED preferred (may be required by funder/regulation)
CPR/First Aid certification preferred (or willingness to obtain within a specifiedtimeframe)
Minimum 1 year experienceaidingolder adults or individuals with disabilities preferred (home care, assisted living, supportive housing, nursing home, hospital, etc.)
Experience working with dementia, mobility limitations, and/or chronic health conditions strongly preferred
Primarily on-site in resident apartments and commonareas;may require walking/standing for extended periods
Schedule may include evenings, weekends, and holidays depending on resident needs
Basic English communication skills (verbal and written) sufficient for care documentation; bilingual skills a plus based on resident needs
Basic technology skills (mobile timekeeping, electronic visit verification or similar, as applicable)
Demonstrated ability to provide respectful, hands-on personal care with attention to dignity and resident preferences
Ability to observe, document, and communicate changes in condition clearly and promptly
Compassionate, reliable, and calm under pressure; able to respond appropriately to emergencies
Education & Experience section indicates preferred requirements but not strictly mandated (per posting)

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