Abound Health · 3 months ago
DSP/ Caregivers - Fair Lawn, NJ
Abound Health is a community dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. They are seeking passionate Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to provide vital support services, assisting individuals in achieving independence and meaningful employment.
Health CareNon ProfitSoftware
Responsibilities
Build trusting, positive relationships and align individual needs with their goals
Act as a passionate advocate, empowering individuals to advocate for themselves
Identify opportunities for greater independence in work-related tasks
Ensure work is completed efficiently and to employer standards
Assist individuals in adhering to workplace policies to promote maximum independence
Utilize adaptive tools to aid learning and facilitate communication
Collaborate with the Abound team and external parties (case managers, VR counselors, parents, etc.)
Provide off-the-job support, such as practicing tasks, arranging transport, and offering counseling
Contribute to a team atmosphere by sharing ideas and embracing feedback
Maintain schedules, monitor health and safety, and complete accurate, timely documentation
Engage in initial and ongoing training and staff development
Qualification
Required
Must be at least 18 years old
Valid driver's license, current automotive insurance, and reliable transportation
Ability to pass criminal record, driving record, and healthcare registry checks
Willingness to address personal care needs when necessary
Lifting may be required, depending on client needs
Benefits
Flexible Schedules & Weekly Pay
Competitive Wages
Paid Onboarding Training
Scholarship Program
Eligibility for Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, and 401K (based on hours worked)
Company
Abound Health
Abound Health is a healthcare technology software developer dedicated to streamlining a company's entire administrative tasks.