DSP

Essential Functions: Insure the overall health and safety of consumers and strive to have consumers understand and exercise their rights to the fullest extent possible. Provide support for individuals in the development of independent living skills including but not limited to, instruction in social skills, meal preparation, money management, sexuality, and hygiene.Requirements:•At least 18 years of age•High School Diploma or GED/equivalent•Valid New Jersey driver’s license•Successful completion of background check and drug testPost offer requirements:•Successful completion of all training, as required•Post offer physical•Negative Mantoux/chest x-ray •Must continue to hold a valid New Jersey non-probation/non-provisional driver’s licenseQualifications:•Experience in working with individuals with developmentally disabilities is preferred, but not required•Must be able to respectfully communicate well in English, both verbally and in writing with individuals who use our services, all levels of staff, family members and other persons in the community•Must be able to use good judgment in dealing with consumer issues/emergencies, as well as staff related issues•Must work well independently and maintain a good working relationship with supervisor.Job Duties include, but are not limited to:•Ensure a secure, maintained home be setting high standard for routine home and vehicle maintenance, including a focus on preventative maintenance and reporting repairs in a timely manner•Teaching daily living skills •Protecting their rights, teaching them to exercise their rights, and supporting them to live up to their responsibilities•Transport as required•As assigned, providing the appropriate level of support needed to plan and prepare well-balanced meals and complete grocery shopping