Individual Support Worker (DSP & Companions)

Working one-on-one in the Client’s Home

Openings throughout Middlesex County, NJ

Great Opportunity…Great Benefits

Great Company to work for!

NJID…Partners for Life!

Come join our team!

The New Jersey Institute for Disabilities (NJID) is one of the largest not-for-profit agencies of its kind in the nation, providing services to infants, children, and adults with developmental and related disabilities. NJID offers specialized facilities, programs, and support throughout New Jersey. Join our dedicated staff of more than 500 and make a difference in someone's life!

We are recruiting for an Individual Support Worker (DSP & Companions) in our Adult Community Support Services Program in Monmouth Junction, Edison, Woodbridge, and Scotch Plains.

Qualified candidates will identify various available services and develop support systems to meet client needs. You will be working one-on-one in the client’s home.

As an Individual Support Worker for NJID you will be responsible for:

• Encourage healthy habits
• Accompanies clients to doctor's appointments
• Assists with meal preparation
• In some cases, assist with activities of daily living i.e. personal care
• Light housekeeping
• Assists with running errands
• Local recreational activities

The ideal candidate must possess:

• HS diploma or equivalent
• A valid driver's license and must be insurable under NJID's automobile insurance
• Experience supporting individuals with intellectual, developmental, and related disabilities
• Strong communication skills
• NO certification required

NJID has full-time, part-time, and per diem opportunities in Middlesex, Monmouth, Ocean, and Somerset Counties.

Location: Monmouth Junction, Edison, Woodbridge, & Scotch Plains
Hours Per Work Week: 20-30 hours

• 100% Employer Paid Health & Dental Insurance for Employees (min. of 30hrs.)
• Vision Plan
• Paid Sick Leave
• 403(b) Plan
• On the Job Training
• Extra Work Hours Available
• Growth Opportunities

If you want to join a company with an exceptional family culture, don’t wait to apply today!

Please apply online

New Jersey Institute for Disabilities

EOE/M/F/D/V

COVID-19 Considerations
Since the beginning of the pandemic, the safety and security of the individuals we serve and our employees have been paramount to us. To that end, NJID follows stringent protocols that comply with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and state and local public health guidelines. NJID ensures all employees have the necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

NJID EOE Statement

It is NJID's policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expressing, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an agency, we value diversity of background and opinion and prohibit discrimination or harassment based on any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, fringe benefits, layoff, termination, or any other terms and conditions of employment.