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Direct Support Professional- Respite

THE FAMILY RESOURCE NETWORK • Part-time • Morristown, New Jersey • 15m ago

Job Details

Morris County - Morristown, NJ

Part Time

High School

$17.50 - $17.50

Up to 25%

Afternoon

Nonprofit - Social Services

Description

The Family Resource Network is looking for an experienced Direct Support Professional who would assist individuals with development or intellectual disabilities and provide support to the caregiver or parent/guardian while they are away. This position will be responsible for working 10+ hours per week with the potential for weekends. Hours can vary depending on the client’s needs but may occur in the later afternoon or early evening hours.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsible for maintaining the comfort, health, safety, and well-being of individual(s)
Is attentive, flexible, and supportive of individuals and their families
Collaborate with FSS Program Coordinator and family to establish and implement meaningful respite care
Maintain regular communication with the Family Support Coordinator
Is technologically proficient and able to use company implemented platforms to ensure successful programming and documentation
Provide proper care and supervision to individual(s) when services are being provided
Encourage and model appropriate social behaviors and interactions
Ensure that all work is carried out in a manner that is both respectful and empowering to families and individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
Submit all pertinent documents, including program notes, timesheets, and incident reports by specified deadlines
Contacts FSS Program Coordinator as soon as possible if there are any cancellations or changes in scheduling
Complete 6 professional development hours annually and attend quarterly DSP meetings
Demonstrate a friendly, courteous, and professional demeanor
Follow mandatory reporting procedures according to FRN and state protocols
Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Qualifications

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Must be able to engage in physical activities including:
- Respond immediately and appropriately to ensure health and safety needs
- Maintain mental and physical alertness and an appropriate level of energy to perform essential job requirement

REQUIREMENTS:

Must be at least 18 years of age and have a high school diploma or GED
Must be able to work 10 or more hours a week with the potential for weekends. Hours can vary depending on client need but may occur in the later afternoon or early evening hours.
Meet agency and state requirements, and maintain credentials for the position, which includes ongoing trainings CPR Certification, TB test, etc.
Experience with assisting and serving individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities preferred Must submit to a criminal history review/ fingerprinting. All employment and continued employment are contingent upon receipt and maintenance of a satisfactory criminal records review/ fingerprint report.