Direct Support Professional

Direct Support Professional – Residential Services

Location:

Passaic County, NJ
Job Type: Full-Time

Shift: Thursday through Monday 4pm-12am, Saturday and Sunday 8am-4pm, Wednesday and Thursday 12am-8am (Shift shared with Paterson 32nd Street)
Salary: $18.50/hr

Pillar Care Continuum is dedicated to enhancing the lives of people with disabilities and other special needs by supporting personal growth, independence, and community participation. Founded in 1953, the agency now serves over 1,650 families each year across 27 program locations in northern New Jersey, employing 700 full- and part‑time employees.

Join our team and make a difference in the lives of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. As a Residential Care Assistant/Direct Support Specialist, you’ll provide compassionate support to help residents live their best lives, assisting with daily activities such as hygiene, meals, and medication, creating a comfortable environment, and fostering meaningful family and community connections.

• Engage residents in activities of daily living to the extent of their ability and support individual needs (shopping, meal preparation, cleaning, bathing, dressing, toileting, feeding, grooming, and hygiene).
• Support individual health and service plans (HSP/ISP), observe and document changes in health and behavior, and report findings.
• Perform household chores and assist residents in determining social, recreational, or educational activities.
• Ensure residents’ safety through standard health precautions, monitor health, administer medication, and inspect equipment for proper functioning.
• Drive vehicle and escort residents to scheduled programs or medical appointments as assigned.
• Prepare and communicate written progress notes on medication administration, daily activities, medical emergencies, and related areas.
• Interact with residents’ families and facilitate community engagement.
• Participate in staff and house meetings and assist residents in attendance.
• Perform additional tasks as required by the Group Home Manager.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment, rotating household chores and adhering to health precautions.
• Adhere to all Pillar policies and procedures.

• At least 18 years of age (Insurance Purposes)
• High School Diploma or GED
• 1–2 years of successful employment within a similar establishment or agency
• Preferred: 1 year of experience supporting adults or children with developmental disabilities
• Successful completion of criminal background check and fingerprint examination
• Valid driver’s license with fewer than 4 points

• Complete a criminal background check and secure clearance from the Department of Human Services before employment begins.
• Consent to a name check against the Central Registry of Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities.
• Submit to drug testing prior to the start date.
• Complete applications for name checks against the Child Abuse Registry Information (CARI).

Pillar Care Continuum is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Entry Level

Full‑time

Other (Non‑profit Organization)