Benefits:

Professional Development Assistance
Employee discounts
Flexible schedule
Health insurance

Location: Keansburg NJ and surrounding areas

Pay: $21 per hour

Schedule: 40 hours per week & 30 hours per week

Work Setting: In Person

Make a Meaningful Difference Every Day

Friendly Connections is seeking compassionate, dependable Direct Support Professionals (DSPs), Caregivers, Community Support Workers, Direct Care Workers, and Disability Support Professionals to help individuals with disabilities and seniors live more independently and participate fully in their communities throughout New Jersey.

There are 2 positions: 1) 40 hours per week Monday to Friday 10am to 6pm 2) 30 hours per week Monday to Friday 6 pm to 12am. The individual is loving and sweet and needs full hands-on care and is in a wheelchair. Daily Activities include repositioning individual throughout the shift, changing adult diapers (gloves provided), helping with toileting, dressing, bathing, feeding, and distributing medication. Lifting is required to help the individual out of a wheelchair and onto a chair, bed, etc.

Experience working with adults with disabilities or as a caregiver is needed as this individual is limited verbally.

Why You'll Love Working With Friendly Connections

Make a meaningful impact in someone's life every day
Supportive and responsive management team
Ongoing professional development opportunities
Referral bonus opportunities
Opportunity for additional hours and client assignments
Work one-on-one with individuals in your community
Rewarding work that promotes independence and community inclusion

What You'll Do

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), Caregiver, Companion Caregiver, Personal Care Assistant, or Community Support Worker, you will:

Support individuals in achieving greater independence and community involvement
Assist with life skills development, communication, technology use, and social engagement
Provide job coaching and employment support when needed
Maintain accurate documentation and confidentiality standards
Help individuals build confidence, independence, and meaningful community connections

Job Requirements

Must love working with and helping people
Experience supporting individuals with disabilities, seniors, dementia patients, or people with special needs preferred
Experience as a Caregiver, Home Health Aide (HHA), Personal Care Assistant (PCA), Direct Care Worker, Behavioral Health Support Worker, Companion Caregiver, or Direct Support Professional (DSP) is a plus
Must be 21 years of age or older
High School Diploma or equivalent
Valid driver's license
Current vehicle insurance
Reliable personal vehicle
Driving record with 4 points or fewer
First Aid and CPR certification
Ability to comply with all state regulations and agency requirements
Ability to cooperate with state inspectors and New Jersey Department staff during inspections or investigations
Other Job duties as assigned

Job Specifications

Ability to exercise sound judgment and use common sense
Ability to remain calm during crisis situations
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to interact with a wide variety of individuals and situations
Ability to work with people who have varying levels of support needs
Ability to complete required initial and ongoing training
Commitment to providing quality Human Services and community-based support

Industry

Human Services, Disability Services, Home Care, Community Support Services, Senior Care, Behavioral Health, Nonprofit Services

Join Our Team

At Friendly Connections, every employee plays an essential role in helping individuals live meaningful, independent, and connected lives.

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Direct Support Professional / Caregiver / Community Support Worker