Job description

About Hudson Milestones:

Hudson Milestones is a Hudson County based organization dedicated to the care, support, and advancement of people with intellectual/developmental disabilities and their families. Our professionals strive to help individuals achieve, to the maximum extent possible, their life goals and help them establish self-sufficiency in the community.

Job Summary:

Hudson Milestones is searching for a reliable and dedicated Direct Support Professional (DSP) of Residential Services to work with and support adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities. This position requires a compassionate direct care professional as you will be assisting adults with day-to-day living, client care, safety, and other tasks that will help strengthen life skills. Are you caring, kind, and dedicated? If so, we would love to interview you!

Currently Hudson Milestones is offering a $1,500 hiring incentive for new hires!

*Restrictions apply, speak with our Recruitment Specialist to learn more.

Work Location: Secaucus, NJ

*Note: Location is subject to change dependent on program needs.

Work Schedules Available:

· 11 PM - 9 AM: Friday, 9 PM - 9 AM: Saturday (22 hrs/week)

· 11 PM - 9 AM: Friday, 3 PM - 11 PM: Sunday (18 hrs/week)

*Note: Schedules are subject to change dependent on program needs.

Responsibilities:

· Assisting clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, assistance with bathroom use, teeth brushing, etc.

· Daily log upkeep/documentation.

· Housekeeping: laundry, cleaning, sanitizing, etc.

· Providing companionship to clients.

· Van driving for errands, appointments, or social events.

· Administration of client medications.

· Client safety and support.

· Incident documentation and follow up.

· Assisting with food shopping and meal preparation.

· Attending medical appointments and advocating on behalf of the client.

· Safety and upkeep of residential group home properties.

Skills/Education:

· High school diploma or equivalent.

· Strong computer skills in Microsoft word and Excel.

· Professional disposition.

· CPR Certification a plus.

Requirements:

· Valid New Jersey Driver’s License.

· Twenty-one years of age or older.

· Negative i3 Screen (drug test).

· Pre-placement physical and fingerprinting.

· Online training via the College of Direct Support (provided by Hudson Milestones).

· Must be willing to work throughout the Hudson County Area.

· Experience and flexibility a must as hours vary for the needs of the Program.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $17.25 - $18.75 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift
• On call

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay
• Signing bonus

Work Location: In person

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