Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Full-Time & Part-Time

Our House

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Bridgewater, NJ - USA

profile Hourly Salary: USD 20 - 21
Posted on: 18 hours ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

$20.00/hour - $21.00/hour Multiple Shifts Available Paid Training Great Benefits

About Our House Inc.

At Our House Inc. our mission is to provide healthy stimulating and inclusive environments for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Through community residences employment services innovative day programs and social opportunities we empower people to live meaningful productive and independent lives.


Our Interview Process

We believe in transparency and respect for your time. Once an application is fully completed and meets the minimum requirements our recruitment team will respond within 48 business hours via email with an invitation to attend a group interview. While the interview is conducted in a group format it is still an individual evaluation. During this session we will walk applicants through everything you want to know about working at Our House Inc. including:

  • The full interview and hiring process
  • Background check requirements and timelines
  • Available openings shifts and locations (applicants may change shift or location preferences during the interview process)
  • Pre-employment requirements
  • Training schedule and onboarding expectations
  • Benefits compensation and growth opportunities

Our goal is to ensure you leave the interview with a clear understanding of the role expectations and next stepswhile we also take time to get to know you and determine if the role is a good mutual fit.


If youre looking for a people-first career where your work truly matters this is your chance to make a daily impact and obtain a career with purpose!


Position Summary

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) you will support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in group homes or apartments. Youll assist with daily living skills community inclusion and personal growthhelping individuals gain independence while ensuring their health safety and well-being.

This role is ideal for compassionate professionals with experience in caregiving human services behavioral health education or healthcareor those looking to grow a long-term career in the DD/IDD field.


What Youll Gain

  • Purpose-driven work that directly improves lives
  • Paid agency-provided training
  • Opportunities for career growth within the DD/IDD community
  • Supportive team environment focused on quality care
  • Competitive pay and strong benefits

Current Shifts Available

Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities

  • Full-Time: TuesdayFriday 3:00 PM 11:00 PM & Saturday 7:00 AM 3:00 PM
  • Full Time: Friday Monday; 3:00 PM -11:00 PM
  • Part-Time Weekend: SaturdaySunday 7:00 AM 3:00 PM
  • Part-Time Weekend: SaturdaySunday 3:00 PM 11:00 PM
  • Part Time Weekend: Saturday Sunday 10: 00 AM 7:00 PM
Requirements
  • Support residents with daily routines and independent living skills (nutrition hygiene money management social skills etc.)
  • Assist with personal care and medical needs
  • Administer and document medications accurately
  • Transport residents to medical appointments and community activities using agency vehicles
  • Facilitate community inclusion (bowling movies fairs outings and social events)
  • Ensure resident safety dignity and well-being at all times
  • Maintain accurate documentation in electronic health records (EHR) systems
  • Advocate for residents rights and individual goals
  • Participate in staff meetings trainings and team collaboration

Qualifications

  • Valid drivers license with an insurable driving record and ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check with minimal violations (no provisional restrictions)
  • Must have reliable transportation to and from work and be able to drive themselves between work sites when required; must also be comfortable driving agency vans when transporting individuals served
  • At minimum a high school diploma GED or foreign equivalent
  • Must be 21 years of age or older
  • Ability to attend and successfully complete a required two-week in-office paid training upon hire as well as maintain annual recertifications
  • Comfortable using computers and agency systems to document thorough accurate and detailed shift summary reports; log data into electronic systems check and respond to emails and upload required documentation
  • Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and other web-based systems
  • Ability to provide professional references during the application process
  • Required to transport individuals served using agency vehicles for community activities and medical or planned appointments

Physical & Mental Requirements

  • Ability to assist residents with mobility and personal care
  • Lift/Force Requirements:
    • Constant: 10 lbs
    • Frequent: 25 lbs
    • Occasional: 50 lbs
  • Strong judgment problem-solving and decision-making skills
  • Ability to work independently while ensuring resident safety

Compensation & Benefits

Pay: $20.00 - $21.00/hour


Full-Time Benefits Include:

  • Medical prescription dental and vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Tuition assistance
  • Matching 401(k) retirement plan
  • Generous paid time off (vacation personal and sick time)

Part-Time & Substitute Benefits Include:

  • Matching 401(k) plan
  • Tuition assistance
  • Sick paid time off

Equal Opportunity Employer

Our House Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity equity and inclusion. We do not discriminate based on race color religion sex (including pregnancy gender identity or sexual orientation) national origin age disability genetic information veteran status or any other protected status.

We encourage candidates of all backgrounds and experiences to apply. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application process please contact .


Employment Disclosure

This job description is not a contract and does not imply guaranteed employment. Duties responsibilities and requirements may change at the discretion of Our House Inc. Employment is at-will.



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