DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL-HOURLY

Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Part-Time

Pay Rate: $18.16-$19.16 per hour (weekend differential available)
Schedule: Monday & Friday, 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Join Our Team

Advancing Opportunities, an affiliate of Apis Services, is seeking compassionate, dependable, and motivated individuals to join our team as Part-Time Direct Support Professionals (DSPs). In this rewarding role, you will support individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities in a residential setting, helping them achieve greater independence while promoting their health, safety, dignity, and quality of life.

Our Mission

To achieve full societal participation for all people with disabilities.

Essential Responsibilities

As a Direct Support Professional, you will provide hands-on assistance, guidance, and encouragement to individuals in support of their personal goals and daily activities. Responsibilities include:

• Assisting with daily living activities such as cooking, housekeeping, and personal hygiene
• Supporting health and wellness goals, including medication assistance and healthy lifestyle practices
• Encouraging participation in community activities, recreation, shopping, and appointments
• Promoting social interaction, communication skills, and positive coping strategies
• Assisting with budgeting and money management skills
• Encouraging independence, self-advocacy, dignity, and informed choice
• Maintaining a safe, supportive, and person-centered environment
• Completing required documentation and communicating effectively with team members

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, candidates must:

• Be at least 20 years of age
• Possess a High School Diploma or GED
• Hold a valid driver's license
• Successfully complete:
  • State and federal criminal background checks
  • Drug screening
  • Pre-employment physical and PPD/TB testing
• Complete all required orientation and training programs

Benefits & Perks

Available to All Employees

• Competitive pay
• Weekend pay differential
• Paid training
• $500 Employee Referral Bonus
• Daily Pay option
• Employee discount programs
• Career growth and advancement opportunities

Additional Benefits for Full-Time Employees

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life and disability insurance
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Wellness programs and additional employee resources

About Advancing Opportunities

Advancing Opportunities, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and affiliate of Apis Services, provides services and supports to individuals with disabilities and their families throughout New Jersey. Through person-centered, community-based services, the organization empowers people to live independently and participate fully in their communities.

Apis Services supports a network of more than 30 nonprofit and for-profit organizations nationwide, providing administrative and recruiting services to over 3,500 employees across the United States.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Advancing Opportunities and Apis Services are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of others, we encourage you to apply today.