Direct Support Professional — Mercer County

Job overview

The Direct Support Professional role is onsite at a residential group home opening in Ewing, New Jersey; the listing is based in Trenton, NJ. Pay is $25 per hour. NLC Support is staffing a new group home serving individuals with developmental disabilities. The role supports residents’ daily living, safety, and independence through personal care, transportation, companionship, recordkeeping, and crisis intervention when needed. The professional also monitors health and assists with prescribed care and activities.

What you'll do

• Assist residents with bathing, dressing, grooming, meal preparation, and other daily living activities
• provide transportation to medical appointments and activities
• maintain service records
• offer companionship and emotional support
• help develop independent living skills
• monitor health and safety
• provide crisis intervention when needed.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

direct support professional

mercer county

trenton nj

ewing nj

nlc support

developmental disabilities

residential care

activities of daily living

transportation

part-time

$25/hour

health insurance

dental insurance

flexible schedule

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health insurance, dental insurance, and flexible scheduling.

Why this role

The posting lists weekend schedules, including Saturday and Sunday shifts and every-other-weekend coverage.

About the employer

NLC Support is hiring for this role. Industry: Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities. Sector: 62.