Direct Support Professionals (Home Health Aides),

Group Home Managers,

Assistant Managers & Licensed Practical Nurses 

Full Time, Part Time, Overnight & Per Diem Shifts

Various work schedules are available. No Certification Required for DSPs, GH Managers, or Assistants. Training Provided!

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The New Jersey Institute for Disabilities (NJID) is one of the largest not-for-profit agencies of its kind in the nation, providing services to infants, children, and adults with developmental and related disabilities. NJID offers specialized facilities, programs, and support throughout New Jersey. Come join our dedicated staff of more than 500 and make a difference in someone's life!

We are currently hiring Direct Support Professionals, Group Home Managers, Assistant Group Home Managers and LPNs to support residents with developmental disabilities in a residential setting. 

Job Responsibilities of a Direct Support Professional:

• Assist and/or supervises in activities of daily living skills
• Administer or assist with prescribed medication
• Light housekeeping
• Assist with transportation
• Assist in the implementation of individual goals and objectives
• Data entry using Therap (EHR)
• Assist residents in the pursuit of recreational, social, and community activities based on their preferences and individual plans

Job Requirements for Direct Support Professional:

• HS diploma or equivalent
• A valid driver's license in good standing and must be insurable through NJID's automobile insurance
• Strong communication skills

Job Responsibilities of a Group Home Manager and Assistant Manager:

• Supervise all aspects of the group home.
• Plan and conduct staff meetings and trainings.
• Conduct interviews and observations, provide feedback, and complete employee evaluations.
• Share on-call responsibilities with the group home Assistant Manager.
• Uphold agency and licensing regulations.
• Responsible for creating staff scheduling
• Assist with scheduling doctor's appointments.
• Responsible for program and client finances
• Assists and supervises in activities of daily living skills
• Administer or assist with prescribed medication.
• Light housekeeping
• Assist with transportation
• Assist in the implementation of individual goals and objectives.
• Data entry using Therap (EHR)
• Assist residents in pursuing recreational, social, and community activities based on their preferences and individual plans.

Job Requirements for a Group Home Manager and Assistant Manager:

• HS diploma or equivalent; bachelor's degree preferred
• Experience as a supervisor and working with people with disabilities
• A valid driver's license in good standing & must be insurable through NJID's automobile insurance
• Strong organizational and communication skills

LPN Job Responsibilities:

·        Administers medication and medical treatments as required and completes documentation

·        Accompanies individuals to and from medical appointments and activities as needed

·        Assists with activities of daily living as needed

·        Data entry using Therap (EHR)

·        Implements medically prescribed diets and exercise programs

·        Completes documentation that is necessary for program operations promptly

LPN Job Requirements:

·        A valid NJ State Practical Nurse License

·        HS diploma or equivalent

·        A valid driver's license is in good standing and must be insurable under NJID's automobile insurance.

·        Experience with G-tube feedings

·        Experience working with intellectual, developmental, and related disabilities preferred

Benefits:

·        100% Paid Health and Dental Insurance for Employees (For Full-Time Employees only)

·        Tuition Reimbursement (For Full-Time Employees Only)

·        Retirement Plan (For Full-Time Employees Only)

·        Vision (For Full-Time Employees Only)

·        Paid Sick Leave

·        403(b) Plan

·        On the Job Training

·        Extra Work Hours Avail

If you are looking to join a company with an exceptional team culture, don’t wait apply today!

New Jersey Institute for Disabilities

NJID EOE Statement

It is NJID's policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expressing, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an agency, we value diversity of background and opinion and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment.