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Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver

  • Howell Township, NJ
  • REF557T
  • Part-time
  • Entry Level
  • What You Get To Do:

    Working directly as a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you will be able to assist in a residential group home or day program setting. The DSP (caregiver/mentor) is responsible for providing: 

    • Support and mentorship with daily activities to those we support in a manner that ensures their health and safety. Some examples include helping with meals, cleaning, and facilitating fun activities. 
    • Hands-on assistance, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance.to those we serve to help them become more independent. 
    • Ensure the comfort, safety, and personal growth of the individuals we serve.
      Assist with daily living tasks such as moving around, getting in and out of bed, dressing, bathing, toileting, personal hygiene and more.
    • Positive direction to the individuals to encourage them to achieve their personal goals. 

    No Experience?  If you meet the basic job requirements, we will provide the necessary paid training and hands-on experience. 

    Why This Role:

    • Community-based employment - Spend little time spent at a desk, and more time with people. Our person's-served love to get out of the house, play darts, go to the movies, you name it!
    • Gain healthcare experience to further your career.
    • Varied day-to-day experiences; no two days are the same.
    • The million little moments working with individuals who have intellectual disabilities will make you love coming to work. 

    What Makes You A Great Fit:

    • Person-centered, patient, and kind
    • Dependable, adaptable, flexible
    • Observant and detail-oriented
    • Positive role model for others and able to work on a team
    • Committed to creating a respectful and collaborative environment
    • Computer skills for documentation

    At Dungarvin, diversity and inclusion are a part of what makes our organization strong. Together, we can continue to work towards an inclusive culture that supports our employees and persons served. Dungarvin is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

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    A Day in the Life of a Direct Support Professional

    Benefits

    We provide a workplace that offers:

    All employees are eligible for:

    • Professional development opportunities
    • 401(k) with employer match for eligible employees
    • Paid Time Off

    Full time Employees additionally eligible for:

    • Medical, dental and vision insurance
    • Voluntary supplemental benefits including auto, home and pet insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Pretax options available to help cover out of pocket medical and dependent care expenses