Direct Support Professional Part-time in Emerson, NJ

Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Part-Time

Location: Emerson, NJ

Pay Rate

$17.20–$18.20 wknd/hour

Shift

• Saturday & Sunday 7am - 3pm

Job Overview

Advancing Opportunities, an affiliate of Apis Services, is seeking compassionate and dependable individuals to join our team as Part-Time Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) at our Emerson group home supporting individuals with disabilities.

As a DSP, you will play a vital role in helping individuals live meaningful, independent lives while ensuring their safety and well-being during daytime hours.

Our Mission

To achieve full societal participation for all people with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Direct Support Professionals provide hands-on support, guidance, and encouragement to individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities. Responsibilities include assisting and teaching skills related to:
• Daily living (cooking, housekeeping, hygiene)
• Health and wellness (medication support, healthy living)
• Community involvement (shopping, recreation, transportation)
• Social development (communication, coping skills, friendships)
• Budgeting and money management
• Promoting independence, dignity, and choice

You’ll make a meaningful difference by helping individuals build confidence, life skills, and autonomy.

Qualifications

• Must be 20 years or older
• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to pass:
• State & Federal criminal background checks
• Drug screening
• Pre-employment physical and PPD
• Willingness to complete all required orientation and training

Why Work for Advancing Opportunities?

All Employees Receive

• Weekend pay differential
• $500 Employee Referral Bonus
• Competitive wages
• Paid training
• Career advancement opportunities
• Employee discount programs
• Daily Pay – get paid when you need it!

Full-Time Employees Also Receive

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k), life, and disability insurance
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Wellness programs and more

Who We Are

Advancing Opportunities, Inc, an affiliate of Apis Services, is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization providing services and supports to people with disabilities and their families so they can live independently. Recognized as one of the leading disability service providers in the state of New Jersey, the agency is committed to person-centered services delivered in the community.

Apis Services, Inc. provides administrative services, including recruiting and onboarding new team members for more than 30 for profit and non-profit organizations across the United States so they can focus on their all-important missions. APIS Service, Inc. is a progressive corporation with over 3500 employees nationwide and growing.

The employment opportunities we have to offer dedicated and caring career seekers are endless. Join us in helping to make a difference in the lives of the people we serve by providing good people to support the missions they serve.

Apis Services, Inc. (a wholly owned subsidiary of Inperium, Inc.) provides a progressive platform for delivering Shared Services to Inperium and its Constellation of affiliate companies.

Apis Services provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and all applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment.

All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy/childbirth, veteran status or any other basis protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunities extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment.