Direct Support Professional - Day Program

New Horizons in Autism, Inc.

Mahwah, NJFull-timePosted Mar 11, 2026

19–21 an hour

Behavioral Health Market Context

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Benefits

Health InsurancePaid Time OffDental Coverage

Job Description

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Provide direct care, support, and supervision for individuals with autism in our Day Program setting. This is a hands-on role requiring the staff member in this position to assist our individuals with a wide variety of tasks, including but not limited to personal care, medication management, behavior management, life skills, documentation, transportation, and providing daily structure and support, to name a few.

Schedule:

Monday through Friday 8am-4pm

What we are looking for:

The individuals we serve rely on you! We are looking for caring, compassionate, dedicated, and reliable staff members who are willing to learn and grow with us and provide the highest level of care and support for our residents and participants. You must have and use sound judgment and tact and effectively communicate with individuals with autism. Flexible in person interviews are scheduled during the week, in our administrative office located in Morganville. This is a fantastic opportunity to join our team of professionals, working together on promoting and advocating for individuals with autism.

Agency Training:

Extensive and intense hands-on training is provided, so every team member can provide the best care to our individuals.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma/GED/Higher Degree (must provide diploma or transcripts)

Must be at least 20 years old.

A valid NJ driver's license

You must pass all background checks, including Central Registry, CARI, DMV, Fingerprints, Drug Screen, Physical, and PPD.

Ability to interact appropriately and effectively with persons with autism, solve problems systematically, and communicate (written and verbal), and professionally.

What we offer to our full-time employees:

Starting Pay $19.00 per hour.

Paid Training

Paid Time Off

Paid Sick Time

Tenure Bonus

Employee Referral Bonus

Multiple Tuition Discount Program

FREE RBT Certification Program

Additionally, for full-time employees, we offer.

Medical/Dental/Vision

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

401K with match

Additional voluntary insurance available through Allstate

Possible Overtime (not guaranteed)

Room for advancement (we like to promote from within)

NHIA is a Non-Profit Organization, which might qualify an employee for the Public Service Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Qualifications

  • You must have and use sound judgment and tact and effectively communicate with individuals with autism
  • High School Diploma/GED/Higher Degree (must provide diploma or transcripts)
  • Must be at least 20 years old
  • A valid NJ driver's license
  • You must pass all background checks, including Central Registry, CARI, DMV, Fingerprints, Drug Screen, Physical, and PPD
  • Ability to interact appropriately and effectively with persons with autism, solve problems systematically, and communicate (written and verbal), and professionally

Benefits

  • Extensive and intense hands-on training is provided, so every team member can provide the best care to our individuals
  • Starting Pay $19.00 per hour
  • Paid Training
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Sick Time
  • Tenure Bonus
  • Employee Referral Bonus
  • Multiple Tuition Discount Program
  • FREE RBT Certification Program
  • Additionally, for full-time employees, we offer
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • 401K with match
  • Additional voluntary insurance available through Allstate
  • Possible Overtime (not guaranteed)

Responsibilities

  • Provide direct care, support, and supervision for individuals with autism in our Day Program setting
  • This is a hands-on role requiring the staff member in this position to assist our individuals with a wide variety of tasks, including but not limited to personal care, medication management, behavior management, life skills, documentation, transportation, and providing daily structure and support, to name a few


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