Program Aide

The New Jersey Institute for Disabilities (NJID) is one of the largest not-for-profit agencies of its kind in the nation providing services to infants, children and adults with developmental and related disabilities.  NJID offers specialized facilities, programs and supports throughout New Jersey.  Come join our dedicated staff of  more than 500 and make a difference in someone's life!

We are currently recruiting for Direct Support Professionals to assist residents with developmental disabilities with activities of daily living in a residential setting.  The qualified candidate will be responsible for providing daily structure and coverage to the residence, which includes supervision and assistance with daily living skills, personal care needs, case management, medication management, implementing goals and objectives, and supporting recreational and social activities. 

Job Requirements:

HS diploma or equivalent, strong communication skills, and a valid driver's license are required. 

NO certification required  

NJID has full time, part time, and per diem opportunities in Middlesex, Monmouth, Ocean, and Somerset Counties.

Location: Aberdeen                     County: Monmouth 

Hours Per Work Week: 30          Weekly Work Schedule: Fri. - Sun. 12am -10am                        

Other shifts available at this location.

 Benefits:

100% Paid Health and Dental Insurance for Employee

Paid Sick Leave

403(b) Plan

On the Job Training

Extra Work Hours Available

Growth Opportunities

COVID-19 Considerations
Since the beginning of the pandemic, the safety and security of the individuals we serve and our employees have been of the utmost importance to us. To that end, NJID follows stringent protocols which comply with CDC, State and local public health guidelines. NJID ensures necessary PPE is made available for all employees and mandates health screening for all employees and visitors.

NJID EOE Statement

It is NJID's policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, martial or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expressing, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an agency, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment.