Direct Support Professional; DSP - Hillsborough

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.

We are seeking a Full Time Direct Support Professional (DSP) for our Hillsborough, NJ Adult Day Health Center.

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8am - 4pm.

Signing Bonus: $1,500.00 (first $750 after six months of continuous employment, remaining $750 after one year).

• Provides personal care tasks to an assigned client or group, meeting their hygiene, safety, comfort, nutritional, elimination, activity and social needs.
• Ensures clients are dressed properly and are clean and dry at all times.
• Respects the client’s rights, concerns, privacy and dignity at all times.
• Checks the clients for reddened areas and signs of skin breakdown, and reports findings to the nurse immediately.
• Notifies the nurse when a client complains about or exhibits signs of pain or injury.
• Maintains cleanliness of clients’ wheelchairs.
• Maintains cleanliness of program spaces and client changing rooms; high touch surfaces are cleaned/disinfected per facilities guidelines.
• Works with a partner to complete duties in accordance with facility policies.
• Participates in and contributes to departmental and interdisciplinary team meetings.
• Participates and assists clients in day program classes and activities.
• Transports clients to and from day program classes and activities.
• Accompanies clients to/from program on vehicle transport.
• Demonstrates the ability to follow directions, both oral and written, and works cooperatively with other staff members.
• Ensures that all documentation requirements are completed during the work shift.
• Establishes and maintains positive interpersonal relationships with clients, family members and other staff members.

• Respect
• Professionalism
• Integrity
• Compassion

• Paid Training
• Staff Appreciation events
• Health and Wellness fairs
• Employee Recognition Awards
• Diversity events
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package for Full Time employees, including medical/dental, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, tax deferred retirement plan, and generous paid time off.

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. required.
• Valid Driver's License.
• One year working with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred.

The salary scale for this position is $20 - $24 per hour. Salary may be adjusted based on location, experience, and other factors.

Matheny is a special hospital for children and adults with medically complex developmental disabilities. Our mission is to provide exceptional care and an optimal quality of life for those with special needs. Founded in 1951, Matheny is a pioneer in fully integrated, personalized care and education that respects each person’s dignity and encourages their highest potential. We focus on abilities in a warm and nurturing environment.