Forest Aide jobs in Wayne, NJ

Currently hiring experienced and caring LPN or DSP with EMT certification for in-home care, community-based activity management and overnight respite

Opportunities exist for an immediate start with opportunities for Part-time and Full-time.

Are you interested in making an impact on the lives of individuals with intellectual/developmental/behavioral health disabilities? Do you enjoy helping others strive to their full potential?

If you answered YES to either of these questions, then consider joining our Direct Support Professional (DSP) team.

Being a LPN/ Direct Support Professional has great Advantages:

As a Direct Support Professional at Aide Assured, you will work directly with one individual at a time based on a caseload that you choose. This is a chance to show your skills, sharpen your experience and share your passion for helping individuals in need.

What Aide Assured Offers you:

· A responsive and thoughtful employer

· High opportunities for growth

· Freedom to decide on cases

· A contract work environment (1099) providing additional occupational liberty

· A group of like-minded peers to share knowledge, thoughts, and ideas within the field of Behavioral Health

What we look for in our LPN/ Direct Support Professionals:

· Assist individuals with disabilities with their daily living and independence skills / personal care (may include assistance with grooming, bathing, feeding)

· Utilize curated plans to assess an individual's needs

· Accompany individuals to and from appointments and activities

· Foster a meaningful and empathetic relationship between the individuals and their community

The IDEAL candidate will:

· Is a licensed LPN in the state of New Jersey or an experienced DSP with EMT certification

· Be 18 years of age or older (required)

· Have a minimum of a High School Diploma/GED

· Have a valid driver's license

· Experience with the developmentally disabled or as a caretaker is preferred but not required

· Be empathetic and have a team approach to care for our individuals

· Have excellent written and verbal communication skills

· Be energetic, creative, and have a sense of humor

· Have a high level of comfort with hands on domestic care (cleaning, washing, assisting with hygiene care)

· Must be CPR Adult & First Aid certified or willing to get certified ASAP

Compensation:

Entry-level positions start at $23.00 to $27.00 per hour. Increases strictly based on experience.

Make the right choice with the right team, Part-time, temporary and contract hours available. Some full-time possible.

• Weekend shift
• Overnight shifts
• 10-hour shift
• 12-hour shift
• 8-hour shift
• Evening shift

COVID-19 considerations: We strictly adhere to COVID-19 precautions and enforce state guidelines.

Work Location: One or more locations for community-based support based on agreed case load.

Job Types: Part-time, Contract, Temporary

Pay: $23.00 - $27.00 per hour

Medical specialties:

• Home Health

Physical setting:

• Acute care
• Outpatient

Standard shift:

• Evening shift
• Night shift
• Overnight shift

Weekly schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Caregiving: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• First Aid Certification (Preferred)
• EMT Certification (Preferred)
• LPN (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person