Direct Support Professional (DSP)- Somerset, NJ - New Jersey Staffing : Job Details

Matheny Medical and Educational Center has a career opportunity available for a Full Time Direct Support Professional (DSP) at our Somerset (Franklin Township), NJ Community Residence. 7am-7pm and 7pm-7am available. Full Time qualified candidates who are hired will receive a Signing Bonus of $1,500.00. ($750.00 payable after completion of six months of continuous employment and the remaining $750.00 after completion of 1 year of continuous employment).

Duties of this position include:

• Provides personal care tasks to an assigned client or group, which meets 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 will be 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.

Enriching Lives. Growing Abilities Matheny is a special hospital for children and adults with medically complex developmental disabilities. Matheny's mission is to provide exceptional care and an optimal quality of life for children and adults with special needs and medically complex developmental disabilities. Founded by Walter and Marquerite Matheny in 1951, the Matheny of today is a pioneer in providing fully integrated, personalized care and education that respects each person's dignity and encourages their highest potential. At Matheny, we focus on abilities in a warm and nurturing environment. Our fully-accredited non-profit private school combines traditional academics with therapeutic intervention and pre-vocational skill development. Our Adult Services Program includes seven licensed community residences/group homes and two adult learning centers. Staffed by experienced therapists and instructors, the program supports adult patients as they attain their highest level of functioning and integration into the community. Matheny's Arts Access program empowers individuals with disabilities to create art without boundaries. Through the use of innovative communication systems, the artists have complete freedom to explore a world that is defined only by their unlimited creativity and unique self-expression.

Desired Qualities of a Direct Support Professional (DSP):

• Respect
• Professionalism
• Integrity
• Compassion

Incentives for joining the Matheny team:

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

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status. The minimum salary scale for this position is $18 per hour. Candidates should check www.matheny.org for accurate information and discuss salary/hourly details and our comprehensive benefits with a recruiter, if selected for an interview.

Position Requirements:

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