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Job Description Direct Support Professional – Residential Services Location: Essex County Job Type: Part-Time Friday and Saturday 3pm-11pm Salary: $18.50 ABOUT PILLAR CARE CONTINUUM Pillar Care Continuum is dedicated to enhancing the lives of people with disabilities and other special needs by supporting personal growth, independence and participation in the community. Founded in 1953 to meet the needs of children with cerebral palsy and their families, Pillar Care has steadily grown and now delivers life-affirming services to infants, children, adults and their families throughout northern New Jersey through 27 program locations. Pillar Care provides specialized programs to meet a wide range of educational, therapeutic, and social needs of people with various disabilities. The agency serves over 1,650 families each year and employs 700 full- and part-time employees. ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY 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. Your role includes assisting with daily activities such as hygiene, meals, and medication, creating a comfortable home environment, and fostering meaningful family and community connections. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Engages residents in activities of daily living to the extent of their ability and supports individual needs in areas of shopping, meal preparation, cleaning, bathing, dressing, toileting, feeding, grooming and hygiene., • Supports individual health and service plans (HSP/ISP) or other goals and objectives; regularly observe, identify, document and report changes in health and / behavior., • Perform household chores as needed and assist residents to determine social, recreational, or educational activities of choice., • Adhering to standard health precautions, ensure well-being of residents by monitoring individual health, administering medication as prescribed., • Inspects individual equipment and furnishings for proper functioning and reports malfunctions to supervisor., • Ensure that safe and reliable transportation is available to residents. Drives van or other vehicle; escorts residents to scheduled programs or other activities, recreational opportunities, or medical appointments as assigned by supervisor., • Prepares and communicates written progress notes relating to medication administration, individual daily activities, medical emergencies and other related areas as required by supervisor., • Interacts with residents’ family members and friends, facilitate communications and engagement within the community., • Attending and participating in staff meetings may assist residents to participate in house meetings, • Performs other related tasks as required by Group Home Manager, • Maintain a clean and safe working environment; rotation of household chores and adhere to standard health precautions., • At least 18 years of age (Insurance Purposes), • HS Diploma or GED, • 1-2 Years of successful employment with the same establishment or agency, • 1 year experience supporting adults/children with developmental disabilities preferred, • Successful completion of criminal background history and fingerprint examination, • Valid driver's license with fewer than 4 points. To be considered for the role, all applicants must be willing to undergo the terms prior to employment: • Must successfully complete a criminal background check and receive clearance from the Department of Human Services, confirming they are not disqualified, before beginning work with individuals served by the organization., • Must consent to having their name checked against the Central Registry of Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities., • Must submit to drug testing prior to their start date., • Required to complete an application for a name check against the Child Abuse Registry Information (CARI)., • Required to complete an application to have their name checked 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. If you would like to learn more about our Residential Services: Pillar Care | Residential Services

Job Description Come join a team of passionate therapists providing excellent pediatric therapy to children throughout the United States! Achieve Beyond was founded in 1995 and is continuously growing to meet the needs of developmentally disabled children through our ABA, speech, occupational, and physical therapy. We currently offer our services in the entire metro New York area (including the five boroughs of NYC, Hudson Valley, and Long Island) and Albany, New Jersey, Connecticut, Delaware,and the Virginia/Maryland/DC area. We specialize in conducting initial evaluations and providing ongoing services in home, community, and clinic settings. Achieve Beyond is centered around a culture of collaboration and support to ensure our services are of the highest quality and adhere to our strong ethical standards. All of our therapists will have access to the following benefits: • Training and use ofour paperless billing and data collection system, • Full practice management we take care of intake, staffing, billing, tracking authorizations, insurance correspondence, and maintenance of your certifications;so you are able to focus on providing our children with the best services!, • Access to continuing education workshops and trainings (we are an ASHA and BACB ACE provider), • Team-building meetings, events, and trainings, • We provide support for career development such as assisting in the process of becoming an RBT Starting Hourly Rate: $20-$24 LOCATION: Cases Available Throughout New Jersey JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: • Provide direct ABA instruction according to the educational plan outlined by the Board Certified Behavior Analyst, • Participate in collaborative team meetings with BCBA and other Behavior Therapists on the case, • Communicate frequently with family members by providing debriefs at the end of each session, as well as resources and strategies that can be implemented in the home and community to promote consistency, • Collect daily data and organize the child's program book weekly Must have a passion for working with children, families, and therapists! successful completion of or current enrollment in an undergraduate/graduate program in psychology, healthcare, human services, education, or a related field • Experience using ABA preferred, • Must be self-motivated, a team player, and exercise patience/professionalism, • Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail, • Excellent communication skills with children, family members, and supervisor, • Passionate about helping children and families, and providing services of the highest standards!, • Must be able to travel to and from assigned cases including but not limited to driving a personal vehicle, walking, and/or use of public transportation such as a bus or train., • The ability to climb and descend staircases, • The ability to lift 10 pounds regularly

Job DescriptionDescription: POSITION SUMMARY: This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Provides direct supervision of a group of children in a seasonal day camp. The Camp Specialist shall design and deliver a program specialty in their designated area tailored to the skills and interests of each age group. He or she will work with other counselors to bring about quality programming in that specialty area. Activities should nurture creativity, cooperation, skill and self-esteem and support the potential of all youth in programs and facilitates peer-to-peer connections as part of the overall camp experience. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: • Plan, setup and deliver a variety of activities within specialty area that are age specific and that keep children’s interests high., • Instruct Counselors on how to teach activities within a specialty. Encourage activity planning and leadership for Counselors assigned to the activity., • Lead specialty activities with assistance from Counselors and help keep Counselors focused on the activity., • Control all supply inventory used in specialty. Assist Camp Director with ordering supplies. Keep the supply storage area neat and organized., • Assist the Camp Director in carrying out themes and special events, general camp activities., • Greet campers with a smile and treat them with enthusiasm., • Learn camper’s names. Respond to campers' needs., • Encourage camper’s youth development progress. As a leader, set a good example for the children. Teach campers how to solve problems and maintain basic discipline and group control., • Ensure that all volunteers have a great experience to help our association increase volunteer participation., • Develop positive relationships with member families and learn why they come to our Y., • Help group maintain camp cleanliness., • Perform all responsibilities in an enthusiastic and committed manner., • Take the initiative to be actively participatory in all activities., • Must attend and complete all required training., • At all times, uphold camp safety standards. Maintain constant face counts. Will understand and practice risk management and disaster policies and procedures., • Help maintain group control and facilitate lunchtime activities., • Follow all YMCA, ACA, and NJ Licensing standards and procedures to ensure the safest and best quality camp and to help maintain ACA accreditation., • Secure and submit all accident reports, special plans, schedule changes, and evaluations to Camp Director when appropriate., • Report all immediate concerns to the Camp Director or nearest supervisor., • Always maintain a professional demeanor, as you are a representative of the YMCA., • Wear a Camp T-shirt daily., • Maintain a positive attitude, responsibility and self-motivation. Be punctual and reliable. Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Ys values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising. Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others. Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members. Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology. Requirements: QUALIFICATIONS: 1. High school student or equivalent., 2. Previous experience working with children preferably in a day camp setting, preferably as a CIT., 3. Interest preferred in one or more of the following areas: outdoor living, archery, boating, camping, songs/music, skits, sports, aquatics, recreational games, etc., 4. At least 18 years of age., 5. Previous experience with diverse populations preferred. WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS: · The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. · Ability to plan, lead and participate in a range of activities in a variety of outdoor/indoor settings. SIGNATURE:

Job DescriptionDescription: POSITION SUMMARY: This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Provides direct supervision of a group of children in a seasonal day camp. The Camp Specialist shall design and deliver a program specialty in their designated area tailored to the skills and interests of each age group. He or she will work with other counselors to bring about quality programming in that specialty area. Activities should nurture creativity, cooperation, skill and self-esteem and support the potential of all youth in programs and facilitates peer-to-peer connections as part of the overall camp experience. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: • Plan, setup and deliver a variety of activities within specialty area that are age specific and that keep children’s interests high., • Instruct Counselors on how to teach activities within a specialty. Encourage activity planning and leadership for Counselors assigned to the activity., • Lead specialty activities with assistance from Counselors and help keep Counselors focused on the activity., • Control all supply inventory used in specialty. Assist Camp Director with ordering supplies. Keep the supply storage area neat and organized., • Assist the Camp Director in carrying out themes and special events, general camp activities., • Greet campers with a smile and treat them with enthusiasm., • Learn camper’s names. Respond to campers' needs., • Encourage camper’s youth development progress. As a leader, set a good example for the children. Teach campers how to solve problems and maintain basic discipline and group control., • Ensure that all volunteers have a great experience to help our association increase volunteer participation., • Develop positive relationships with member families and learn why they come to our Y., • Help group maintain camp cleanliness., • Perform all responsibilities in an enthusiastic and committed manner., • Take the initiative to be actively participatory in all activities., • Must attend and complete all required training., • At all times, uphold camp safety standards. Maintain constant face counts. Will understand and practice risk management and disaster policies and procedures., • Help maintain group control and facilitate lunchtime activities., • Follow all YMCA, ACA, and NJ Licensing standards and procedures to ensure the safest and best quality camp and to help maintain ACA accreditation., • Secure and submit all accident reports, special plans, schedule changes, and evaluations to Camp Director when appropriate., • Report all immediate concerns to the Camp Director or nearest supervisor., • Always maintain a professional demeanor, as you are a representative of the YMCA., • Wear a Camp T-shirt daily., • Maintain a positive attitude, responsibility and self-motivation. Be punctual and reliable. Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Ys values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising. Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others. Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members. Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology. Requirements: QUALIFICATIONS: • High school student or equivalent., • Previous experience working with children preferably in a day camp setting, with a minimum of two previous camp seasons as a Counselor., • Interest preferred in one or more of the following areas: outdoor living, archery, boating, camping, songs/music, skits, sports, aquatics, recreational games, etc., • At least 18 years of age., • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions., • Ability to plan, lead and participate in a range of activities in a variety of outdoor/indoor settings.

Job DescriptionDescription: POSITION SUMMARY: This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Provides direct supervision of a group of children in a seasonal day camp. The Camp Specialist shall design and deliver a program specialty in their designated area tailored to the skills and interests of each age group. They will work with other counselors to bring about quality programming in that specialty area. Activities should nurture creativity, cooperation, skill and self-esteem and support the potential of all youth in programs and facilitates peer-to-peer connections as part of the overall camp experience. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1. Plan, setup and deliver a variety of activities within specialty area that are age specific and that keep children’s interests high. Develop schedule of STEM experiments that are age-progressive and engaging., 2. Instruct Counselors on how to assist with STEM activities. Encourage leadership for Counselors assigned to the activity., 3. Lead specialty activities with assistance from Counselors and help keep Counselors focused on the activity., 4. Control all supply inventory used in specialty. Assist Camp Director with ordering supplies. Keep supply storage area neat and organized., 5. Assist the Camp Director in carrying out themes and special events, general camp activities., 6. Greet campers with a smile and treat them with enthusiasm., 7. Learn camper’s names. Respond to campers needs., 8. Encourage camper’s youth development progress. As a leader, set a good example for the children. Teach campers how to solve problems and maintain basic discipline and group control., 9. Ensure that all volunteers have a great experience to help our association increase volunteer participation., 10. Develop positive relationships with member families and learn why they come to our Y., 11. Help group maintain camp cleanliness., 12. Perform all responsibilities in an enthusiastic and committed manner., 13. Take the initiative to be actively participatory in all activities., 14. Act as needed when not leading a specialty program. Safety: 1. Must attend and complete all required trainings., 2. At all times, uphold camp safety standards. Maintain constant face counts. Will understand and practice risk management and disaster policies and procedures., 3. Help maintain group control and facilitate lunchtime activities., 4. Follow all YMCA, ACA, and NJ Licensing standards and procedures to ensure the safest and best quality camp and to help maintain ACA accreditation., 5. Secure and submit all accident reports, special plans, schedule changes, and evaluations to Camp Director when appropriate., 6. Report all immediate concerns to Camp Director or nearest supervisor., 7. Use two methods of discipline with campers to include redirection to appropriate activities and using positive reinforcement to commend good choices. Other Duties: 1. Always maintain a professional demeanor, as you are a representative of the YMCA., 2. Wear Camp T-shirt daily., 3. Maintain positive attitude, responsibility and self-motivation. Be punctual and reliable., 4. Create a positive and nurturing learning environment to instill youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader): Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Ys values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising. Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others. Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members. Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology. Requirements: QUALIFICATIONS: 1. High school diploma or equivalent preferred., 2. Previous experience working with children preferably in a day camp setting, with a minimum of two previous camp seasons as a Counselor., 3. Interest preferred in one or more of the following areas: STEM, Education, Science, Engineering, etc., 4. At least 18 years of age., 5. Previous experience with diverse populations preferred. WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS: · The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. · Ability to plan, lead and participate in a range of activities in a variety of outdoor/indoor settings.

Job DescriptionDescription: POSITION SUMMARY: This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Provides direct supervision of a group of children in a seasonal day camp. Creates positive, nurturing relationships with children, while building cooperative relationships with parents/caregivers. Promotes and supports the potential of all youth in programs and facilitates peer-to-peer connections as part of the overall camp experience. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1. Keeps campers focused and engaged in camp activities., 2. Assist Specialist during activity periods., 3. Consistently greet campers with a smile and treat them with enthusiasm., 4. Develop positive relationships with member families and learn why they come to our Y., 5. Learn camper’s names. Respond to campers needs., 6. Assist Senior Counselor, Specialists, and all camp staff in carrying out themes, special events, trips, and all camp activities., 7. Encourage camper’s youth development progress., 8. Help group maintain camp cleanliness., 9. Work cooperatively with all camp staff while planning all camp activities., 10. Perform the above responsibilities in an enthusiastic and committed manner. Do more than the minimum for campers. Treat them as special. Treat campers and fellow staff members with respect., 11. Use redirection to appropriate activities when needed and use positive reinforcement to commend good choices., 12. Teach and instill the Four Core Values of the YMCA in all camp activities: Caring, Respect, Honesty, & Responsibility., 13. Act as requested by the supervisor. Safety: 14. Attend regular staff meetings scheduled by supervisor., 15. Must attend and complete all required trainings., 16. At all times uphold camp safety standards. Maintain constant face counts. Will understand and practice risk management and disaster policies and procedures., 17. Help maintain group control and facilitate lunch time activities., 18. Must follow all Association Aquatics Policy Guidelines., 19. Take on designated assignments for aquatic activities. Help expedite arrival and departure from the pool (i.e. dressing rooms, etc.). Follow all YMCA, ACA, and NJ Licensing standards and procedures to ensure the safest and best quality camp and to help maintain ACA accreditation., 20. Secure and submit all accident reports., 21. Report all immediate concerns to Camp Director or nearest supervisor., 22. Follow supervision of bus counselors and help to ensure safety, expedient procedures and fun activities on the bus. Lead bus songs, stories and games. Other Duties: 23. Always maintain a professional demeanor, as you are a representative of the YMCA., 24. Wear Camp T-shirt daily., 25. Maintain positive attitude, responsibility and self-motivation. Be punctual and reliable., 26. Create a positive and nurturing learning environment to instill youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader): Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Ys values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising. Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others. Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members. Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology. Requirements: QUALIFICATIONS: 1. High school student or equivalent., 2. Previous experience working with children preferably in a day camp setting, preferably as a CIT., 3. Interest preferred in one or more of the following areas: outdoor living, archery, boating, camping, songs/music, skits, sports, aquatics, recreational games, etc., 4. At least 15 years of age., 5. Previous experience with diverse populations preferred. WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to plan, lead and participate in a range of activities in a variety of outdoor/indoor settings.