Fulfilling Lives. Realizing Potential.

Hope Christian Services provides care, programs, and resources for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, ensuring that each resident reaches their full potential. Our organization addresses every aspect of life—medical, residential, social, educational, vocational, recreational, and spiritual.

Hope Christian Services opened as Eastern Christian Children’s Retreat on December 4, 1972 as the only facility of its kind in the state of New Jersey. ECCR expanded into the community in 1986 with the development of community-based group homes, where residents enjoy supervised, supported living. In 1992 ECCR advanced its philosophy of providing a home-like setting for residents with the construction of on-site lodges.

Join Our Mission

Are you ready to make a difference every day as a Direct Support Professional? Hope Christian Services is on the lookout for passionate and dedicated individuals to join our dynamic team! Professional. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a recent graduate eager to start your career, we want YOU!

What We Offer DSP:

• A Thriving Work Environment: Clean, modern group homes with a low residents-to-staff ratio
• Competitive hourly pay and eligibility for overtime pay. Full-time staff are eligible for a Sign-on bonus!
• Flexible Schedules:
  • 7am-3pm: with alternate weekends +$1.00/hour
  • 3pm-11pm: with shift +$1.00/hour and weekend +$1.00/hour differentials
  • 11pm-7am: with shift +$0.75/hour and weekend +$1.00/hour differentials
• Outstanding Benefits: Healthcare, Dental, and Vision (HCS covers up to 90% of healthcare benefits), PTO, Sick Days, Extended Illness, FMLA
• Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $4,800/year or $2,400/semester to support your educational goals

About the DSP Role:

We are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Direct Support Professional, reporting to the Group Home Manager to join our team at our Group Home. As a Direct Support Professional, you will be responsible for providing support and care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Your main goal will be to ensure that our residents receive the highest quality of care and support, while promoting their independence and well-being. Additionally, your ability to work independently and as part of a team will be essential in providing high-quality care to our residents.

DSP Responsibilities:

• Assist residents with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and grooming
• Administer medications and monitor vital signs as needed
• Assist with meal planning and preparation, and ensure that residents receive proper nutrition
• Provide emotional support and companionship to residents, and engage them in meaningful activities
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of resident care and progress
• Transport residents to outings, events and the Possibility Center Day Program

DSP Minimum Qualifications:

• Excellent communications and interpersonal skills
• Attention to details and organizational skills
• High school diploma or equivalent and valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Ability to work as a team and independently
• Physical ability to lift up to 35 lbs independently, ability to assist in a 2 person lift for residents, while using a hoyer lift
• Submit to a criminal background check and be determined to be not disqualified by the Department of Human Services prior to hire
• Employee shall submit to drug testing prior to employment
• Employee shall submit to drug testing conducted randomly and for cause
• Agree to have their name checked against the Central Registry of Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities and Child Abuse Record Information
• Complete cooperation with the licensee (Hope Christian Services) and department staff in any inspection, inquiry or investigation.

DSP Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Experience with medication administration
• Experience with behavior management techniques

Ready to Make an Impact? Step into a role as a Direct Support Professional where every day is an opportunity to bring joy, support, and empowerment to others. Apply today and become a vital part of our Hope Christian Services family!