Pillar Care Continuum
Location
West Orange, New Jersey
Salary
$19 / HOUR
The role involves providing compassionate support to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities by assisting with daily living activities such as hygiene, meals, and medication, while fostering community connections. Responsibilities also include adhering to health and service plans, documenting observations, performing household tasks, and ensuring safe transportation for residents.
Candidates must be at least 18 years old with a High School Diploma or GED, and ideally possess 1-2 years of continuous employment history and 1 year of experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities. Applicants must also pass mandatory background checks, fingerprint examinations, and submit to drug testing, along with holding a valid driver's license with fewer than 4 points.
Location: Essex County
Job Type: Part-Time
Saturday and Sunday 7am-3pm
$19.00
Pillar Care Continuum is dedicated to enhancing the lives of people with disabilities and other special needs by supporting personal growth, independence and participation in the community. Founded in 1953 to meet the needs of children with cerebral palsy and their families, Pillar Care has steadily grown and now delivers life-affirming services to infants, children, adults and their families throughout northern New Jersey through 27 program locations. Pillar Care provides specialized programs to meet a wide range of educational, therapeutic, and social needs of people with various disabilities. The agency serves over 1,650 families each year and employs 700 full- and part-time employees.
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY Join our team and make a difference in the lives of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. As a Residential Care Assistant/Direct Support Specialist, you’ll provide compassionate support to help residents live their best lives. Your role includes assisting with daily activities such as hygiene, meals, and medication, creating a comfortable home environment, and fostering meaningful family and community connections.
Pillar Care Continuum is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
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