DSP Community
Full-time DSP Community
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Are you someone who loves being on the go and making every day an adventure? Community Access Unlimited (CAU) is searching for a lively DSP Community to team up with a member who’s all about festivals, movies, art classes, summer swims, and community fun — plus sharing her amazing American Doll collection with anyone who’ll listen!
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE
At least 1 year working with people with developmental disabilities
BA/BS in Psychology, Special Education, Social Work, or related field preferred — or relevant hands-on experience
JOB TASKS
-Keep our program standards shining bright
-Safeguard members’ health, safety, and wellbeing — including medication and medical needs
-Protect and manage members’ finances with care
-Support meaningful employment and fun recreation
-Build positive, respectful staff/member relationships
-Follow the Individual Support Plan (ISP)
-Uphold quality through agency reviews and CARF compliance
-Provide hands-on, heartfelt support to members
-Keep records sharp and updated in CareLogic (our Electronic Health Record)
-Check your CAU email regularly — stay in the loop!
-Partner with agency staff and authorities during inspections or investigations
-And pitch in with any other duties that pop up!
QUALIFICATIONS
Valid driver’s license, access to a vehicle, and a safe driving record are must-haves!
Benefits
- Medical Insurance- Benefits begin 1st of the month following 30 days of employment
- Dental Insurance- Benefits begin 1st of the month following 30 days of employment
- 401(K) with matching contribution if eligible
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Sick Leave
- Tuition Assistance- To support our staff in their career advancement and development.
- Employee of the Month Recognition
- Longevity/Anniversary Recognition
- Long-term Disability Insurance
- Short-term Disability Insurance
- Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
- Project Assistance Loans/Grants- Interest free loans, if eligible.
- Wellness Benefit- As part of our commitment to your overall well-being, we’re proud to offer a Wellness Reimbursement Benefit. This program is designed to support your physical health by reimbursing eligible wellness-related expenses—because we believe that when you feel your best, you do your best!
- Staff Recruitment Incentive
- Bereavement Days
- Paid Holidays
- Kean University tuition discount, if eligible.