Direct Support Professional (Residential)
Beacon Specialized Livinga day ago
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Summary
Beacon Specialized Living is seeking a Direct Support Professional (Residential) to join their team in Washington, NJ. The role involves supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, autism, and mental health challenges to help them live independently and achieve personal goals.
About the Role
As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you will provide care and support to individuals, encouraging them to meet their goals while fostering a safe and respectful environment. Your daily responsibilities will include meal preparation, housekeeping, transportation, medication administration, and supervising daily activities to enhance the residents' quality of life.
About You
Required:
- High school diploma or GED.
- Must be 21 years of age or older.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Compassionate and patient demeanor when working with individuals who have mental illness and co-occurring disorders.
Preferred:
- 1-2 years of experience in healthcare, social services, or a related field (but not required).
- Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written).
- Ability to work in environments with potential exposure to physical aggression and infectious disease.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision (starting 1st of the month after 30 days).
- First Stop Health Telehealth – FREE for employee & Family.
- 24/7 care via the app Virtual Urgent Care, Primary Care and Mental Health Care.
- Life Insurance and 401k (with employer match).
- Paid Training — including CPR, De-Escalation Training, and Medication Administration Certification.
- Advancement Opportunities with our LEAP Program.
Beacon Specialized Living
Beacon Specialized Living provides compassionate, person-centered care for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health needs, and autism. Through our accredited adult foster care homes, assisted living programs, and day programs, we support Individuals in a variety of community-based settings. Beacon helps Individuals build life skills and increase independence by supporting self-directed goals. As the leading community partner in the markets we serve, Beacon is committed to delivering high-quality behavioral healthcare while helping Individuals love their best lives.
Washington, NJ