LOCATION: Washington Township, NJ, United States 07853
Direct Support Professional DSP – Long Valley (RF: 1899)
We are currently seeking Direct Support Professionals for both full-time and part-time positions working with adults with disabilities in the Long Valley, NJ area. All shifts are available including weekends (7am-3pm, 3pm-11pm, and 11pm-7am). The DSPs will be responsible for promoting a safe and healthy learning environment for individuals, assisting with their independent living skills, advocating on medical appointments, initiating and following through on community and leisure time activities, supervising and assisting in medication administration, maintaining home cleanliness, and assisting with cooking, cleaning, and laundry. Eligible candidates must have a High School Diploma, up-to-date clearances.
Qualifications:
- Must have a High School Diploma
- Must have up-to-date clearances
- CARI, FBI Background Check from Identigo
- Must have CPR/First Aid Certification
- Must have recent Physical/TB Test
- Must pass a drug screening prior to starting
Responsibilities:
- Attend to all personal care including but not limited to: toileting, dental hygiene (brushing and dental flossing if necessary), bathing, feeding, etc; re-position, lift and transfer any individuals who utilize wheelchairs
- Provide training for individuals in independent living skills
- Supervise and assist in medications taken by individuals
- Transport, assist, and advocate on medical appointments
- Supervise self-help skills of individuals, if necessary, provide least intrusive assistance
- Initiate and follow through on leisure time activities
- Assist individuals in nutritional food preparation
- Supervise individuals with proper selection and care of clothing
- Assist in maintaining the cleanliness of the home
- Complete accurate documentation in the Electronic Health Record (Therap) on every shift
- Provide necessary First Aid and CPR to individuals in need
At Humanus, we are devoted to making a difference and improving the lives of others. We proudly serve schools and behavioral health facilities throughout the nation. Our dedication and passion for helping others make us more than a referral service. Establish a relationship with one of the nation’s largest referral agencies for behavioral-health, choose positions that best fit your schedule, and allow yourself to grow professionally.
Humanus is ultimately about people — working with people in order to work for people.
Send Resumes to forwardappsin@humanus.com 1899