DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL

Make a Difference

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ
Part-Time
Saturday & Sunday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
$18.35 per hour | $19.35 per hour for weekend hours
DailyPay Available

Looking for More Than Just a Job?

At Advancing Opportunities, Inc., we believe every person deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful, fulfilling, and independent life.

We're seeking compassionate, dedicated professionals who are looking for more than a paycheck. We're looking for individuals who want to make a difference, build rewarding careers, and become part of a team committed to helping others succeed.

Whether you're beginning your career, changing professions, or bringing years of experience, we provide the training, support, and opportunities needed to help you thrive.

No experience required for many positions. Paid training provided.

About Advancing Opportunities, Inc.

For more than 76 years, Advancing Opportunities, Inc. has empowered individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live meaningful, independent, and fulfilling lives.

Our employees play a vital role in helping individuals achieve greater independence, confidence, and success while promoting dignity, respect, inclusion, and personal choice. Every day, our team members make a meaningful impact by supporting people in reaching their goals and living their best lives.

Why Join Our Team?

Competitive Pay & Benefits

• $18.35 per hour
• $19.35 per hour for weekend hours
• DailyPay – Access Your Earned Wages Before Payday
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (where eligible)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Company-Paid Training

Career Growth & Development

• Paid Training Programs
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Certification Opportunities
• Leadership Development Programs
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Opportunities Across Multiple Service Lines

Meaningful Work That Matters

• Make a Difference Every Day
• Support Individuals and Families
• Build Meaningful Relationships
• Strengthen Communities
• Join a Mission-Driven Organization

What You'll Do

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you will provide compassionate care and assistance to individuals with intellectual, developmental, and behavioral health challenges, helping them achieve greater independence and reach their fullest potential.

Responsibilities include:

• Assisting with daily living activities, including meal planning, meal preparation, housekeeping, and personal hygiene
• Supporting individuals in developing independence and improving quality of life
• Providing supervision, guidance, and skill-building opportunities
• Supporting community participation, recreation, appointments, religious services, and family visits
• Assisting with transportation using agency-approved vehicles
• Maintaining a safe, supportive, and trauma-informed environment
• Administering medications and supporting prescribed healthcare programs as trained and authorized
• Monitoring for and responding appropriately to crisis situations
• Following Individual Service Plans (ISP), behavior support plans, and established procedures
• Accurately completing required documentation, logs, reports, and medication records
• Protecting the health, safety, privacy, and dignity of individuals served
• Participating in staff meetings, training programs, and quality improvement activities
• Assisting with special projects and on-call or emergency situations as needed

Who We're Looking For

You may be a great fit if you are:

✔ Compassionate
✔ Dependable
✔ Patient
✔ Team-Oriented
✔ Service-Focused
✔ Professional
✔ Positive
✔ Committed to Helping Others
✔ Passionate about supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
✔ Dedicated to promoting independence, dignity, and inclusion

Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Computer literacy, including experience with email, Microsoft Office, and electronic documentation systems
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills
• Ability to complete all required training, including CPR and First Aid
• Ability to successfully complete all required background screenings and clearances
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA requirements
• Physical ability to perform essential job functions

Preferred

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree
• Six months to one year of experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities or within the human services field
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care and behavioral support practices
• Experience administering medication and supporting residential services

Schedule

• Part-Time
• Saturday & Sunday
• 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
• Location: Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ
• Weekend hours are paid at $19.35 per hour

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift more than 50 pounds when necessary
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, twist, and climb stairs throughout a shift
• Ability to drive agency vehicles as required
• Ability to assist individuals with activities of daily living
• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation

Apply Today

Some jobs pay the bills. Some jobs build careers. This job changes lives.

If you're looking for meaningful work where your compassion, dedication, and hard work make a real difference every day, we encourage you to apply today.

Join the Advancing Opportunities, Inc. team and become the reason someone has a better day.

About Our Organization

Advancing Opportunities, Inc. is part of the Inperium family of companies.

Employment for this position is administered through Apis Services, Inc.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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