Direct Support Professionals (Emergency Capacity).

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The Role:This role supports people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a person-centered care setting.
The Person:The person will provide direct care, help with daily routines, monitor health needs, support independent and community-based skills, drive people to appointments and activities, and complete program documentation.
Requirements:The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, 1+ year of residential experience with IDD populations, and a valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.

About the role

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 11 states.

We are Now Hiring Full-Time, Part-Time, PRN Direct Support Professionals (Emergency Capacity), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, Home Health Aides in Hammonton, New Jersey to provide person-centered care tailored to meet the needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This is a fantastic opportunity for professional growth, while making a difference!

Starting pay is $19.75.per hour

3-11, FT

7-3 / 3-11, PT

All shifts per diem

Responsibilities

Provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
Assist with daily routines including cleaning, cooking, feeding, medication administration, and maintaining personal hygiene
Monitor the health and medical needs of individuals and immediately report any concerns
Assist with the learning and development of independent and community-based skills
Participate with individuals in community, social, and recreational activities
Drive individuals to medical appointments and activities in the community
Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely
Build a support network for individuals by developing and maintaining relationships with community members, businesses, and families
Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
Employee must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation

Minimum Requirements

High school diploma or GED
1+ year of residential experience with IDD populations
Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving support
Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing

Why Community Options?

Competitive Insurance Options (Medical, Dental, Vision).
Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday!
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO).
Employee Incentive & Discount Programs.
403b Retirement Plan.
Exceptional Career Growth Opportunities.
Great coworkers/team that support you!
University partnerships that include tuition reduction

Please Visit Our Website to Complete an Online Application! Careers.comop.org

Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

Published August 24, 2026

Location Hammonton, NJ

Category None

Job Type Full-Time

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