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About the Role

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you will provide hands-on support and help individuals live active, meaningful, and independent lives. In addition to DSP responsibilities, the Lead DSP plays a key leadership role within the home—supporting the Residential Manager, guiding staff, and helping ensure smooth daily operations.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily support and supervision to adults with mild to moderate intellectual disabilities.
• Assist with personal care and promote independence in daily living skills.
• Transport individuals to community outings, appointments, and recreational activities.
• Plan and participate in engaging activities such as arts & crafts, cooking, games, and outings.
• Support community involvement through volunteering, shopping trips, and social events.
• Maintain accurate daily documentation using our Electronic Health Record system (THERAP).
• Collaborate with team members to create a safe, positive, and engaging environment.
• Assist the Residential Manager in all aspects of group home operations.
• Supervise the home and assume leadership responsibilities in the manager’s absence.
• Develop and plan social and community-based activities.
• Participate in and contribute to Individual Service Plans (ISP), including attending meetings and communicating individual progress.
• Support scheduling, shift coverage, and staff coordination.
• Review and approve staff time entries in the payroll system.
• Train and mentor new DSP staff, including completing on-site evaluations.
• Lead house meetings with individuals and support decision-making.
• Ensure cleanliness, organization, and overall upkeep of the home.
• Coordinate grocery shopping and support individuals with personal spending (PNA funds).
• Maintain proper documentation, including receipts and daily notes.
• Review medical documentation to ensure follow-up care is completed.
• Ensure all required documentation in THERAP is completed (progress notes, attendance, communication logs).
• Complete Unusual Incident Reports and cooperate with inspections or investigations.
• Report maintenance or safety concerns and help maintain a safe living environment.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Residential Manager.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Must have at least 1 year experience in DDD field.
• A valid NJ non-provisional drivers' licenses with less than 5 points.

Skills

• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to be flexible, patient, and proactive.

Location

• Berlin, NJ 08009

Work Type

• Full Time
• Monday to Friday: 8am to 4pm

Experience Level

• 1 year experience in DDD field
• Prior experience in a residential or leadership role preferred

Education Level

• Verifiable High School Diploma required

Salary/Compensations

• $19.00 - $19.00 Hourly

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance
• Paid training and ongoing professional development
• Double-time pay on holidays
• Opportunities for growth into leadership roles

About the Company

• P.I.L.O.T. Services is a small organization providing Day & Residential supports to individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities.
• Being small has its advantages and we believe enables us to do so much more and this sets us apart from the bigger operations out there.
• We’re more than a workplace, we’re a community.
• Our smaller size allows us to provide personalized care while creating a supportive, team-oriented environment for staff.
• Here, your work truly matters, and every day brings new opportunities to make a difference.

Equal Opportunity

• P.I.L.O.T. Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in the workplace.