Student Veterans of America Jobs

Welcome to SVA’s jobs portal, your one-stop shop for finding the most up to date source of employment opportunities. We have partnered with the National Labor Exchange to provide you this information. You may be looking for part-time employment to supplement your income while you are in school. You might be looking for an internship to add experience to your resume. And you may be completing your training ready to start a new career. This site has all of those types of jobs.

Here are a few things you should know:
  • This site is mobile friendly. You do not need a log-in or password to access information.
  • Jobs on this site are original and unduplicated and come from three sources: the Federal government, state workforce agency job banks, and corporate career websites. All jobs are vetted to ensure there are no scams, training schemes, or phishing.
  • The site is refreshed daily to remove out-of-date content.
  • The newest jobs are listed first, so use the search features to match your interests. You can look for jobs in a specific geographical location, by title or keyword, or you can use the military crosswalk. You may want to do something different from your military career, but you undoubtedly have skills from that occupation that match to a civilian job.
Home View All Jobs (2,275,851)

Job Information

Alternatives, Inc. Direct Support Professional (DSP) temporary - GH 3 in Somerville, New Jersey

20.25-22.25 per hour $20.25/hr ($22.25 on weekends) | Posted 16-Apr-2024 (EST) | Somerville, NJ, USA | Hourly | Direct Care | Full Time

Alternatives, Inc. in Somerville, NJ is looking to hire a temporary full-time Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver to support adults with developmental disabilities. Are you looking for a full-time job where you can make a positive difference in your community? Are you passionate about the rights of individuals with developmental disabilities to live with dignity and respect? If so, read on!

We pay a competitive wage of $20.25/hr ($22.25 on weekends). We also offer great perks including paid training, annual raises, mileage reimbursement, staff appreciation events, employee recognition awards, health and wellness fairs, and offer eligibility for a federal student loan forgiveness program.

Most importantly, you have the opportunity to change live & build futures! If this sounds like the perfect temporary full-time job for you, apply today!

Current available temporary opportunities (2):

  1. Sun, 3pm - 11pm

    Mon, 3pm - 11pm

    Tues, 3pm - 11pm

    Wed, 3pm - 11pm

    Thurs, 3pm - 11pm

    Fri, off

    Sat, off

  2. Sun, 3pm - 11pm

    Mon, 3pm - 11pm

    Tues, 3pm - 11pm

    Wed, off

    Thurs, off

    Fri, 3pm - 11pm

    Sat, 3pm - 11pm

    ABOUT ALTERNATIVES, INC.

    For over 40 years, Alternatives, Inc. has been dedicated to providing the best in support services to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities as well as those with mental illnesses. Our services include residential, behavior support, support coordination, and recreation. We strive to enable our clients to reach their highest level of independence and integration into the community using our person-centered philosophy.

    We have seen great growth in the past few years, which has stretched our coverage area to include Warren, Hunterdon, Morris, Union, Middlesex, Monmouth, and Ocean Counties. This expansion would not be possible without our dedicated staff members. That is why we offer competitive compensation and generous benefits and perks.

    A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL (DSP) / CAREGIVER

    As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver, you begin each shift ready to help adults with developmental disabilities live their best lives as independently as possible. You have made it your mission to ensure the comfort and safety of each client. In our residential group home, you assist our residents with activities of daily living such as administering medication, cooking meals, performing personal hygiene, and transportation to medical appointments.

    You also assist in the implementation of individual behavioral plans. Using effective teaching and mentoring techniques, you teach them new skills and help them achieve goals. Based on each individual's preferences and behavioral plans, you encourage their interests and drive them to community outings and recreational activities. You are happy to help them find greater access to the community. You are conscientious about reporting any concerns about their health and safety and keeping documentation accurate and up-to-date.

    Some aspects of this job are not easily accomplished but at the end of each shift, knowing your clients are happy makes you feel great about the work you do!

    QUALIFICATIONS

  • High school diploma or equivalent

  • Valid driver's license with a good driving record

  • Ability to pass criminal/registry background checks and a drug screen

  • Clear tuberculosis (TB) screening

  • Ability to pass and maintain required trainings such as CPR/first aid, medication administration, and positive behavioral support training

  • Basic computer skills

    Experience working with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities is preferred, but not required. As long as you are compassionate, have strong communication and interpersonal skills, are able to remain calm and professional in challenging situations, and want to make a difference, you may be perfect for this temporary full-time opportunity!

    WORK SCHEDULE

    We operate 24-hour residential group homes which means our Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) / Caregivers have many shift options including mornings, afternoons, evenings, overnights, and weekends.

    TRAINING

    All employees are required to complete 10-15 trainings upon hire and on an ongoing basis. Trainings are a combination of in person, which require staff to commute to the main office in Raritan NJ, and remote, using Go To Meeting. All trainings are paid.

    ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

    If you feel that you are right for this temporary full-time Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver position, apply now with our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application!

    Alternatives, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

    ind123

DirectEmployers