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Direct Support Professional - Residential

Life Opportunities Unlimited

#CNA #Medication Administration #Residential Services #Human Services #Personal Care #Developmental Disabilities #Direct Support Professional #Group Home

Quick overview

Maintain residential households and provide direct support to adults with developmental disabilities, including personal care and medication administration. Ensure the implementation of individual service plans and facilitate recreational activities to encourage personal growth.

Requirements summary

Requires a high school diploma, a valid New Jersey driver's license, and the ability to lift over 50 pounds. Preferred qualifications include certifications such as CHHA, CNA, or previous experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.

high schoolprofessional certificateCommunication SkillsMedication AdministrationProblem SolvingPatient CareMeal PreparationComputer SkillsCrisis ManagementClient AdvocacyBehavior Plan ImplementationProgress Note WritingPersonal Hygiene CareHousehold Management

Job description

Direct Support Professional (Non-Behavioral and Non-Aggressive Behavioral)

Residential Services

Top Achieving DSPs at Life Opportunities Unlimited CAN make over $70,000 per year with overtime.

Start working to make a difference…. Life Opportunities Unlimited (LOU) is a premier boutique human service agency providing both residential and day program services for adults with developmental disabilities in Northern New Jersey.

LOU is located in Ridgewood with programs in Northwest Bergen County

Allendale, Fair Lawn, Glen Rock, Haledon, Midland Park, Ridgewood, Township of Washington, and Waldwick. All of our locations are approximately 15 minutes from Passaic & Rockland Counties.

LOU’s Residential and Day Programs are conveniently located nearby NJ Transit, Bus Routes and Train Stations.

Core Functions

Maintain the residential household to a high standard: house cleaning, coordinate shopping lists, shopping, preparing meals, and promptly reporting any housing issues to management
Treat all clients with dignity and respect

Responsibilities

Drive clients safely and efficiently to and from activities
Assist in all areas where clients may require support, including but not limited to:
Provide assistance in personal hygiene care
Proper administration of medication in accordance with training and procedures
Write clear and concise progress notes
Ensure ongoing implementation of ISP outcomes
Follow through on any and all established behavior plans
Active participation and guidance in recreational activities
Implement activities that encourage personal growth and new skill development
Advocate for clients’ self-expression and communication
Ability to lift and/or move over 50 pounds unassisted
Manage a safe and nurturing environment in our group homes that allows them to grow and be their best selves
Work directly under the supervision of the Director of Residential Services
Attend all departmental staff meetings, company events, and organization-provided training sessions

Direct Support Professional - Residential

Quick overview

Requirements summary

Job description

Direct Support Professional (Non-Behavioral and Non-Aggressive Behavioral)

LOU is located in Ridgewood with programs in Northwest Bergen County

Core Functions

Responsibilities

Benefits

Join the LOU Team

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Requirements

Benefits

Hiring Full-time, Part-time, and Per Diem for shifts

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