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Friendly Connections, Inc. Direct Support Professional and Job Coach in Bergenfield, New Jersey

Job Location: In Person (see locations below)Job Type: Part TimeSalary:Direct Support Professional ($18.00 per hour)Employment Specialist/Job Coach ($20.00 per hour)Job Details (Please Read):Hillsdale (Direct Support Professional) - Sundays: 12:00PM - 4:00PM and Fridays 5:00PM - 8:00PMWe are looking for a DSP who likes to follow a routine and can make a calendar of activities for a whole month. Experienced DSP needed as individual requires full care and physical assistance. Also, you must like to go to dances, to the park, movies, and bowling! :)Leonia (Direct Support Professional) - Time TBDFor this position a DSP would need to help the individual with tasks such as money management, ordering food, shopping, and household chores.Bergenfield (Direct Support Professional) - Saturdays and Sundays, time TBDWe are looking for a DSP who has experience with personal and hygiene care and keeping up with everyday household tasks. DSP must have transportation.Montvale (Employment Specialist/Job Coach) - Flexible ScheduleWe are seeking a Job Coach that would coach our individual in searching for employment. Must have Job Coaching certifications mandated by the Boggs Center - we can help you get these! You should be social, motivating, knowledgeable in workforce development and friendly.Bergenfield (Employment Specialist/Job Coach) - Saturdays: 10:30 AM - 1:30 PMWe are seeking a Job Coach that would coach our individual in their job. Must have Job Coaching certifications mandated by the Boggs Center - we can help you get these! You should be social, motivating, knowledgeable in workforce development and friendly.Bergenfield (Employment Specialist/Job Coach) - Sundays 2:00PM - to about 5:00PM, time TBDWe are seeking a Job Coach that would coach our individual in their job. Must have Job Coaching certifications mandated by the Boggs Center - we can help you get these! You should be social, motivating, knowledgeable in workforce development and friendly.Benefits:Dental insuranceEmployee discountHealth insurancePaid time offProfessional development assistanceReferral programVision insuranceBonus opportunitiesJob Duties and Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To:Assist with daily living and activities and help individuals integrate into the communityHelp promote independence, social skills, self-care, and developmentAssist individuals in services outside of the participants home, including recreational activitiesProvide basic training of tech and communication skillsProvide job coaching services if neededTransport individuals to and from their homes, activities, appointments, etc.Maintain confidentiality and privacy of all patient information compliant to HIPAA law and regulationsOther duties as assignedJob Requirements:Must love working with and helping peopleMust have at least 1 - 2 years of experience helping people with special abilitiesMust be over 21 years of age or olderHigh School Diploma or equivalentA valid driver's license and vehicle insurance in the state of NJ with your own reliable vehicleDriving record with 4 points or lessFlexible scheduleEmployee must comply with state regulations as necessaryEmployee must cooperate with state regulations and NJ Department staff in any inspection or investigationPass state and federal background checksFirst Aid and CPR certificationJob SpecificationsThe ability to exercise good judgment and use common senseThe ability to remain calm in crisis situationsThe ability to interact with a wide range of people and situationsThe ability to work with people with different needs that may also need more attention than othersThe ability to undergo initial and ongoing training as necessaryPlease visit www.friendlyconnections.netFriendly Connections Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. FC will ensure equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify or expression, age, pregnancy, marital or family status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, disability status, protected veteran statutory any other characteristic protected by law.Industry: Non-Profit Organization, Individual and Family Services, Health CareThis form is COPYRIGHT 2022 by Friendly Connections, Inc. Not to be copied, reproduced or otherwise modified.Schedule:Day shiftWeekends onlyApplication Question(s):Must have own vehicle.Education:High school or equivalent (Preferred)License/Certification:CPR Certification (Required)Driver's License (Required)Willingness to travel:75% (Required)

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