Company Overview
The Arc of Somerset County is dedicated to supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. We provide a wide range of programs and services that enhance the quality of life for over 1,400 individuals across 33 locations, including group homes, employment centers, and community programs.
Job Title: 35-hr Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Day Hab Program / Employment Services
Job Type: Full time: 9 am - 4 pm (Monday to Friday)
Location: Within Somerset County |At the group home residences within the community.
Pay: $18.91/hr
Education: HS Diploma or GED required
Eligibility/Experience Requirements:
* Valid Driver’s license
* One year’s experience I/DD (preferred)
Job Description:
* Assist consumers, as needed, in skill development, activities of daily living, personal care, domestic living, recreation and socialization
* Ensure assigned clients’ nutritional needs; assisting with feeding as necessary
* Assist consumers in nutritional planning, grocery shopping and preparation of all meals.
* Collaborate on the development/implementation of consumers’ Individual Service plans (ISP).
* Train and support consumers in all areas of their ISP.
* Assist with medication administration.
* Train and support consumers in the community including: social, recreational, cultural, religion and education networks.
Benefits:
Full-Time:
Schedule
* Health, Vision, Dental
* Life insurance
* 401(k)
* Paid time off
* Tuition reimbursement
* Referral program
* Employee assistance program
* Flexible spending account
* Paid orientation
Equal Opportunity Employer