Direct Support Professional (DSP)
Direct Support Professional (DSP)
Visiting Angels Hillsborough, NJ is looking to add a caring, compassionate Direct Support Professional (DSP) to our team. A Direct Support Professional (DSP) works in support of the client’s safety, dignity, well-being and ability to remain living at home. Our office in Hillsborough provides Certified Caregivers for the local area including Belle Mead, Edison, Piscataway, Somerset, and many others.
A Direct Support Professional (DSP) travels to the client’s home to provide direct care including but not limited to:
- Personal Care and Grooming
- Ambulation
- Special Procedures
- Homemaking, Meal Preparation, Light Housekeeping
- Assistance with other Activities of Daily Living
A Visiting Angels Direct Support Professional (DSP) works under a Registered Nurse, and there are no supervision responsibilities with this position. The CHHA has HIPAA restricted access to certain client information, and is an hourly per-diem, non-exempt Direct Care staff member with no guaranteed minimum number of hours per week.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Holiday Pay
- Referral Bonuses
- Direct Deposit
- Weekly Pay
- Daily Pay
Shift Options
- Full Time
- Part Time
- PRN
- Short Shift
Direct Support Professional (DSP) Requirements:
- Valid certification as a Home Health Aide (HHA), licensed by the New Jersey State Board of Nursing
- HHA Certification Reimbursement available after 90 days
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Drivers Preferred
- Ability to perform patient observation accurately and respond promptly to changing health conditions
- Compassionate attitude combined with excellent communication skills; ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Physical stamina to assist with mobility tasks and perform caregiving duties throughout shifts