Direct Support Professional - Haven Human Services Inc.
Piscataway, NJ 08854
About the Job
IN THE LIFE OF A DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL (DSP) / CAREGIVER
As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver, you begin each shift ready to help adults with developmental disabilities live their best lives as independently as possible. You have made it your mission to ensure the comfort and safety of each client. Your job is to assist our residents with activities of daily living such as administering medication, cooking, performing personal hygiene, and more, as needed.
You also assist in the implementation of individual behavioral plans. Using effective teaching and mentoring techniques, you teach them new skills and help them achieve goals. Based on each individual's preferences and plans, you encourage their interests and help with any recreational activities. You are happy to help them find greater access to the community. You are conscientious about reporting any concerns about their health and safety and keeping documentation accurate and updated.
The work is easily accomplished but at the end of each shift, knowing your clients are happy makes everyone happy and you feel great about the work you do.
QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid driver's license with a good driving record
- Ability to pass criminal/registry background checks and a drug screen
- Clear tuberculosis (TB) screening
- Ability to pass and maintain required trainings such as CPR/first aid, medication administration, and positive behavioral support training
- Basic computer skills
- If not currently fully vaccinated (which includes a booster), you will be required to have had at least a first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine prior to your first day of employment and will be expected to complete the vaccination process as you become eligible for subsequent doses. This requirement is part of the job description and will be waived only in exceptional circumstances as the law may require
Experience working with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities is preferred, but not required. As long as you are compassionate, have strong communication and interpersonal skills, are able to remain calm and professional in challenging situations, and want to make a difference,
WORK SCHEDULE
We operate 24-hour residential group homes which means our Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) / Caregivers have many shift options including mornings, afternoons, evenings, overnights, and weekends.
TRAINING
All employees are required to complete 10-15 trainings upon hire and on an ongoing basis. Trainings are a combination of in person, which require staff to commute to the main office in Raritan NJ, and remote, using Go To Meeting.
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