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Day Support Professional

Job-Type: Full Time

Locations: North Brunswick, NJ; Maplewood, NJ

Schedule:

Monday:

8am to 4pm OR 7am to 3pm

Tuesday:

8am to 4pm OR 7am to 3pm

Wednesday:

8am to 4pm OR 7am to 3pm

Thursday:

8am to 4pm OR 7am to 3pm

Friday:

8am to 4pm OR 7am to 3pm

Description

The Day Support Professional will provide client education and training to assist them with acquiring the skills and experience needed to participate in the community and day program, consistent with each client’s service plan. This may include activities to support clients with building problem-solving skills, self-help, social skills, adaptive skills, daily living skills, and leisure skills. The Day Support Professional engages clients in small or large group outings to the community, leisure, educational activities, and community experiences. Day Support Professionals assist in the implementation of approved behavioral strategies/plans, education, skill development, training clients as indicated, nurturing social skills, data collection, and direct support.

Responsibilities include:

  • Provide personal care, assistance, and sill development training consistent with the needs of clients in the day habilitation program.
  • Work collaboratively with all staff.
  • Teach and implement groups, as assigned within the day habilitation program.
  • Assist in the development of the weekly activity schedules and community-based activities, based on individual preferences and needs.
  • Assist clients with the transition to and from the day habilitation program.

Minimum Qualifications:

One (1) year of experience working with people with developmental disabilities; Some familiarity or willingness to learn, knowledge, or experience in Behavioral Day Habilitation and/or Social Supports.

Education Requirements:

Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.

Training & Other Requirements:

  • CPR, Crisis Management & First Aid.
  • New Hire training.
  • Pass a criminal history review and background check with clean driving record.
  • Pass a drug test.
  • Familiarity with and access to smart phone technology.
  • Valid Driver’s License.

Pay Rate: Dependent on education and experience. Please reach out for more information.

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