Direct Support Professional with Spanish / English Fluency

Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver with Spanish / English Fluency Position Type :

• Substitute to Full-Time (read About Us for more details) Location : Varies by client, throughout the state of New Jersey Job Description As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver with Spanish / English fluency, you begin each shift ready to help adults with developmental disabilities live their best lives as independently as possible.
• You have made it your mission to ensure the comfort and safety of each client.
• Your job is to assist our residents with activities of daily living such as administering medication, cooking, performing personal hygiene, and more, as needed.   Using effective teaching and mentoring techniques, you teach them new skills and help them achieve goals.
• Based on each individual's preferences and plans, you encourage their interests and help with any recreational activities.
• You are happy to help them find greater access to the community.
• You are conscientious about reporting any concerns about their health and safety and keeping documentation accurate and updated.   The work is easily accomplished but at the end of each shift, knowing your clients are happy makes everyone happy and you feel great about the work you do.

Core Functions :

Clear communication :

This requirement is part of the job description and will be waived only in exceptional circumstances as the law may require Preferred Qualifications :

As long as you are compassionate, have strong communication and interpersonal skills, are able to remain calm and professional in challenging situations, and want to make a difference    Work Schedule :

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Our employees dedicate themselves to making positive change in people’s lives every day by believing our Mission Statement :