Location: Ridgewood, NJ & surrounding areas
Hiring Immediately: Full-time, Part-time, and Per Diem positions available
Location: Ridgewood, NJ & surrounding areas
Salary Range: $19.00 Hourly Onwards
Life Opportunities Unlimited (LOU) is a premiere boutique human service agency that has served adults with developmental disabilities for over 25 years. We currently offer both residential and day program services in Northern New Jersey. Our unmatched community integrated services are driven by our committed team of professionals.
Join the LOU Team
We are committed to supporting our employees in their professional growth. This commitment allows our teams to thrive in a passion-driven community that is focused on enriching the lives of our clients. We are searching for exceptional individuals that want to be an important part of building a better future for individuals with developmental disabilities.
You will be a great member of our team if you are:
Creative and able to adjust accordingly
Well organized and detail oriented
Patient, compassionate, and caring
Able to collaborate and communicate effectively with a team
Mission motivated and results driven
Responsibilities
Maintain a safe and nurturing atmosphere for clients that allows them to grow to their best selves
Work directly under the supervision of the Director of Residential Services
Maintain the residential household to a high standard, including house cleaning, shopping, preparing meals, and promptly reporting any housing issues to management
Treat all clients and fellow staff with dignity and respect
Attend all departmental staff meetings, company events, and organization-provided training sessions as directed
Cooperate with staff from LOU and DDD and/or personnel from the Department of Human Services in any inspection and or investigation which may be conducted
Assist in all areas where clients may require support, including but not limited to:
Provide assistance in personal hygiene care
Write clear and concise progress notes
Ensure ongoing implementation of ISP Outcomes
Proper administration of medication in accordance with training and procedures
Active participation and guidance during recreational activities
Follow through on any and all established behavior plans
Implement activities that encourage personal growth and new skill development
Advocate for clients’ self-expression and communication
Provide safe and efficient transportation to clients to and from activities
Qualifications
High School diploma or equivalent
Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA), Personal Care Aide (PCA), Patient Care Tech (PCT), Direct Support Professional(DSP) - preferred, not required
Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
Must be 18 years or older
Proven professional written and verbal communication skills
Strong computer skills
Strong problem-solving skills
Possess a valid New Jersey Driver’s License
Must be able to successfully complete all NJ Division of Developmental Disabilities mandated trainings within the first 120 days of employment
The requirements for checks of criminal background, the central registry, the child abuse registry, and drug testing must be completed prior to working with any clients in the Day Program or Residential Program
Benefits
Health, Vision, Dental, and Life Insurance
401k Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
Paid Training Programs
