DSP/Caregiver

Youth Consultation Service
Rockaway, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 12/18/2021 CLOSED ON 2/17/2022

What are the responsibilities and job description for the DSP/Caregiver position at Youth Consultation Service?

Dedicated. Compassionate. Inspiring. Rewarding.

These are just some of the words to describe what it's like working at YCS. YCS employees are devoted professionals who have a passion for helping children, adolescents and adults.

Do you share the same qualities?

YCS Morris Group Home in Denville, NJ provides residential care to adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities in a group home setting. The group home is hiring immediately for Personal Assistants.

Personal Assistants are similar to Direct Support Professionals / DSPs. They are expected to have a unique sensitivity to recognize and appropriately respond to clients who may have evidenced difficulties. Provide quality daily care (personal hygiene, housekeeping, meal preparation, and other related tasks) to ensure the health and safety of clients in the residence and community.

Shifts Available

  • Full time
  • Part-time
  • On Call

Duties and Responsibilities Include:

  • Assist clients in meeting their individual goals and objectives as defined in their Individual Habilitation Plan.
  • Dependent on client’s IHP, teach/support the client with the following: bath, toilet, change adult absorbent underwear and linens, grooming and dressing, and self-administration of medication.
  • Demonstrate a basic understanding of medications, purpose and side effects.
  • Demonstrate proper body mechanics and mobility transfer technique to prevent injuries.
  • De-escalate potential crisis situations and if necessary be prepared to control client physically.
  • Keep accurate and timely records.

Job Requirements:

  • High school degree or equivalent
  • Valid driver's license
  • Experience working with developmental disabilities preferred

YCS provides a competitive compensation package. Benefits for full-time employees include:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision
  • Paid time off
  • Life insurance / disability benefits/ health and wellness programs
  • 403 (B) savings and investment plans
  • Potential public service loan forgiveness

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Night shift
  • On call
  • Weekend availability

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

  • working with individuals with developmental disabilities: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

  • Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: Multiple Locations

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