35 Hour Support Counselor / DSP- Afternoon - Female

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 - 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