Spectrum Support Services, LLC·Monmouth Beach, New Jersey
Provide direct support to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to help them achieve personal goals and maintain well-being. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, implementing service plans, and accompanying individuals during community outings.
Direct Support Professional (DSP)
Locations: Monmouth County, NJ
At Spectrum Support Services, we are committed to empowering adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) to live meaningful, independent, and fulfilling lives. Through partnerships with community organizations, schools, and service providers throughout New Jersey, we deliver high-quality support tailored to each individual's needs.
As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you will play a vital role in helping individuals achieve their personal goals, develop life skills, participate in their communities, and maintain their health, safety, and well-being.
If you are compassionate, dependable, and looking for a career where you can make a difference every day, we encourage you to apply.
Essential Responsibilities
Provide direct support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in residential, day habilitation, community-based, and other service settings.
Assist individuals with activities of daily living (ADLs) while promoting dignity, choice, and independence.
Implement Individualized Service Plans (ISPs) and support personal goals and skill development.
Maintain a safe, clean, and positive environment.
Accompany and support individuals during community activities, appointments, recreational outings, and social events.
Administer and document medications in accordance with organizational policies and procedures.
Complete required documentation, communication logs, billing records, and timesheets accurately and within established timeframes.
Understand and follow the policies, procedures, and expectations of assigned service locations and organizations.
Protect the rights, privacy, dignity, and confidentiality of all individuals served.
Communicate effectively with supervisors, team members, families, and other stakeholders.
Attend required trainings, meetings, and professional development activities.
Why Spectrum Support Services?
At Spectrum, our employees make a lasting impact in the lives of the individuals we support. We value compassion, professionalism, teamwork, and a commitment to helping others reach their fullest potential.
Join a team where your work truly matters.
Apply today and help empower individuals with developmental disabilities to live their best lives.
Candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED, be at least 21 years old, and possess a valid US driver's license. Successful applicants must pass background checks and drug screenings and obtain certifications such as CPR and First Aid.
Market context
Support-services roles in New Jersey are often tied to steady staffing needs in hospitals and other care settings, especially for candidates who can work reliably in fast-paced environments. These positions can be competitive because employers look for a high school diploma or GED, BLS AHA certification, strong computer skills, and the ability to pass the HMH Monitor Tech exam within 90 days. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your certification status and prepare for the exam expectation before applying.
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