Full-Time

Direct Support Professional

Posted on 1/16/2026

Deadline 1/16/27
Bancroft

Bancroft

1,001-5,000 employees

Nonprofit autism, disability, and neurorehab services

Compensation Overview

$19.06 - $19.44/hr

Toms River, NJ, USA

In Person

Category
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary (1)
Requirements
  • Must be 18 years of age
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Valid Driver’s License in the candidates’ legal name and current address. One year minimum driving experience. License should be in good standing and free of restrictions.
  • Minimum of six months related work experience OR Bachelor’s degree or current enrollment in a degree program in Psychology, Social Work, or related field
Responsibilities
  • Implement individualized behavioral treatment plans and collect accurate direct observational data in accordance with program requirements.
  • Assist individuals with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, social skill development, meal preparation, money management, and housekeeping.
  • Provide consistent personal care and supervision while actively supporting each individual’s growth, independence, and overall quality of life.
  • Teach daily living and functional skills to help individuals achieve personal goals and successfully transition to less restrictive residential settings.
  • Accompany individuals to healthcare appointments, recreational activities, and community outings, providing safe and reliable transportation as needed.
  • Respond to and de-escalate challenging behaviors using approved intervention strategies while adhering to Bancroft’s safety standards and crisis management protocols.
  • Complete required documentation and maintain accurate, timely records in compliance with organizational and regulatory guidelines.
  • Maintain effective, professional communication with individuals served, as well as their parents, guardians, and family members, as appropriate.

Bancroft is a nonprofit that provides education, residential supports, vocational training, and rehabilitation services for people with autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and neurological injuries. It delivers these services through schools, group homes, outpatient centers, and brain‑injury rehab programs, using individualized plans, therapies, ABA, and structured day programs to support people across their lifetimes. Bancroft stands out by its long history since 1883 and its integrated, state‑spanning model that combines education, housing, rehabilitation, and technology like smart homes and VR to address diverse needs and workforce challenges. The goal is to help individuals live, learn, work, and participate in their communities with independence and enhanced quality of life.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Cherry Hill, New Jersey

Founded

1883

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Telehealth expands autism diagnostics, reducing tri-state wait times by 2026.
  • Peer mentorship boosts workforce retention amid behavioral health staffing shortages.
  • School district partnerships embed vocational training, lifting job placements for 2,200 clients.

What critics are saying

  • NJDOE revokes Mountainside approval in 2026, closing Mt. Laurel campus displacing 500 students.
  • CBH de-lists Bancroft as RTF provider in 2026, slashing 20% Pennsylvania residential revenue.
  • PA DHS terminates $5M Cherry Hill funding in 2026 over neurorehab staffing shortages.

What makes Bancroft unique

  • Bancroft pioneered special education in 1883 as first U.S. private school for developmental disabilities.
  • Bancroft NeuroRehab provides specialized therapy for brain injuries and neurological conditions.
  • Bancroft deploys smart homes and VR technology with $1M funding for enhanced care.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Hours

Hybrid Work Options

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Wellness Program

Mental Health Support

Gym Membership

Professional Development Budget

Conference Attendance Budget

Tuition Reimbursement

Family Planning Benefits

Fertility Treatment Support

Stock Options

Company Equity

Phone/Internet Stipend

Home Office Stipend

Dual Language

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