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Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Part-time

Wright Independent Life Options LLC

Maplewood, NJPart-time$18/hrTracked 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 1w ago
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At a glance

Compensation
$18/hr
Location
Maplewood, NJ
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Valid Driver's License

Job overview

Wright Independent Life Options LLC is hiring a Direct Support Professional (DSP). Direct Support Professionals provide essential support to individuals with disabilities, building relationships and fostering independence while ensuring safety, health, and well‑being through daily living assistance and transportation.

Key focus areas include Ensure safety, health, and well‑being of residents at all times, Provide support with daily living skills such as hygiene, cooking, cleaning, and laundry, and Transport residents to and from programs and activities.

Successful candidates bring Experience Working With Individuals With Developmental Disabilities, High School Diploma, and Valid Driver's License. Important skills include Support Independence, Ensure Safety, Support Daily Living Skills, Maintain Accurate Documentation, Complete Required Checklists, and Keep Living Spaces Clean.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Support IndependenceEnsure SafetySupport Daily Living SkillsMaintain Accurate DocumentationComplete Required ChecklistsKeep Living Spaces CleanCommunicate ProfessionallySupport With Daily Living SkillsTransport ResidentsComplete ChecklistsClean and Organize Living SpacesSupport Independence and Life SkillsCPR/First AidMedication Training

Qualifications

High School Diploma or EquivalentValid Driver's LicenseReliable TransportationProof of Auto Insurance and Vehicle RegistrationSuccessful Background and Fingerprint ClearanceDrug ScreeningPhysical Exam and TB TestChild Abuse Record Information CheckMedicaid Exclusion CheckExperience Working With Individuals With Developmental Disabilities

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k) Match

Full job description

Experience Required

Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities

Minimum Education Required

High School Diploma

License(s) Required

Valid Driver's License

Training Required/Provided

CPR/First Aid Training; Medication Training

Expected Start Date

08/10/2026

Compensation

$18.00 / Hourly

Hours Per Week

24

Number Of Positions

10

Shift

Unspecified

Job Description

Direct Support Professionals (DSPs)

WILO NJ is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to provide essential support to individuals with disabilities. This is more than a job it’s a chance to build relationships, support independence, and do work that truly matters.

What We Offer

  • Competitive pay

  • Health insurance

  • Paid time off

  • 401(k) retirement plan

  • Ongoing training and professional development

Free training for qualified candidates

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent

  • Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

  • Proof of auto insurance and vehicle registration

  • Successful background and fingerprint clearance

  • Drug screening

  • Physical exam and TB test

  • Child Abuse Record Information (CARI) check

  • Medicaid Exclusion check

Key Responsibilities

  • Ensure the safety, health, and well-being of residents at all times

  • Provide support with daily living skills (hygiene, cooking, cleaning, laundry, etc.)

  • Transport residents to and from programs and activities

  • Maintain accurate documentation, notes, and time records

  • Complete required checklists and quality assurance tasks

  • Keep living spaces clean and organized during shifts

  • Communicate professionally with residents, families, and team members

  • Support residents in building independence and life skills

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

0003

Job Type

Part Time

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