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 Direct Support Professional (DSP) - 4pm to 11pm - Female
Location: Within Somerset County |At the residences Group Homes 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.
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Benefits:
* Health insurance
* Dental insurance
* Vision insurance
* 401(k) matching
* Employee assistance program
* Employee discount
* Flexible spending account
* Life insurance
* Paid orientation
* Paid training
* Paid sick time
* Paid time off
* Referral program
Equal Opportunity Employer
Work Location : In-person