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Hours Full-time, Part-time
Location Howell, NJ
Howell, New Jersey

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Direct Support Professional - At Risk Youth (Howell, NJ)( Job Number: 140001BA) Primary Location United States-NJ-NJHowell
Description

New Jersey MENTOR is seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to provide assistance to teenagers in a community-based setting. DSPs provide assistance with daily activities such as meal preparation and planning; medication administration; and personal care. DSPs may also facilitate community involvement by accompanying individuals on outings in the community or providing transportation to work or other activities. In addition, DSPs support therapeutic and behavioral plans in partnership with clinical staff to enhance the quality of life for those we support.

Qualifications

Requirements:

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Must be 18 years of age
  • Valid driver’s license in good standing
  • Car registration and vehicle insurance if providing transportation for individuals receiving services
  • Must have a minimum of one year experience providing direct care to teens with complex emotional, medical, and behavioral challenges
  • Successful clearance of local and/or state background checks

Founded in 1980, The MENTOR Network is a national network of local human services providers offering an array of quality, community-based services in more than 30 states to adults and children with intellectual and developmental disabilities, brain and spinal cord injuries and other catastrophic injuries and illnesses, and to youth with emotional, behavioral and medically complex challenges as well as their families.

EOE