Support independence
DSPs empower adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) to live autonomous lives. Rather than managing a person's routine, DSPs act as facilitators who build skills, confidence, and self-advocacy.
Build meaningful relationships
DSPs cultivate impactful client relationships by engaging in active listening, demonstrating empathy, and promoting self-determination.
Change Lives
DSPs impact shifts adults with IDD from isolated care recipients to fully participating members of society.
What is a DSP?
Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) help people with intellectual and developmental disabilities live meaningful, independent lives within their communities.
DSPs are the quiet backbone of the human services system. While healthcare workers and emergency responders are often recognized as heroes on the front lines, DSPs serve as both essential workers and everyday heroes by stepping up to perform intimate, life-sustaining care that allows people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) to live safely and independently in their communities.
What We Offer You?
Our workplace culture is not an abstract concept—it is a living, intentional environment directly shaped by our Mission, Vision, Guiding Principles, Core Values, and Code of Ethics. We operate on a dual focus: being person-centered for the individuals and families we serve, while being staff-centric for the team members who carry out that work.
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Competitive Compensation
Above-Average Hourly Rates:Wages for DSPs at Eleos Family Services average around $20.21 per hour, which tracks notably higher (approx. 18% higher) than the national average for direct support positions.
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Supportive & Values-Driven Culture
Person-Centered Ethos: Eleos emphasizes a mission-driven environment built on core values—Compassion, Service, Courage, Trust, and Endurance.
Focus on Rights and Dignity: DSPs work under a structured Code of Ethics that prioritizes participant self-determination, community inclusion, and human dignity.
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Diverse Professional Experience
Varied Service Models: Working at Eleos allows DSPs to gain specialized experience across different care environments, including:
Community-Based & Individual Supports, Community Inclusion Services, Individual Employment Support, Behavioral & Youth Services.
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Direct Impact & Personal Reward
Fulfilling Work: DSPs at Eleos directly help participants achieve personal goals, access community resources, and live more autonomous lives.
Building Long-Term Relationships: The service model focuses on consistency, allowing DSPs to form strong, meaningful connections with individuals and their families.
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Training and Career Advancement
Structured Orientation & Support: Eleos provides targeted training to help staff apply person-centered planning, behavioral support techniques, and safety standards effectively.
Healthcare & Social Services Skill-Building: For those looking to grow into clinical roles, care management, or social work, Eleos offers exposure to state developmental disability systems (like DDD/NJ CSOC) and interdisciplinary care teams.
Structured Orientation & Support: Eleos provides targeted training to help staff apply person-centered planning, behavioral support techniques, and safety standards effectively.
Healthcare & Social Services Skill-Building: For those looking to grow into clinical roles, care management, or social work, Eleos offers exposure to state developmental disability systems (like DDD/NJ CSOC) and interdisciplinary care teams.
What Can You Expect?
The Vibe Matters
Our culture is grounded in a deep sense of meaning. Because our Mission centers on delivering enhanced, collaborative care to children, youth, and adults with IDD, every employee knows their day-to-day effort makes a direct, positive impact.
Work feels rewarding, intentional, and focused on potential.
Guided by our Vision, we work together to ensure that every individual we support is empowered to reach their goals and participate as a value, independent member of their community.
5 Core Values
Our daily interactions—between leadership, staff, individuals, and families—are navigated through five core values:
- Compassion
- Service
- Courage
- Trust
- Endurance
Our Guiding Principles
Our Guiding Principles explicitly declare that every person has inherent value as an "image bearer of God". This translates directly into a workplace culture characterized by: Dignity & Equity, Individuality & Autonomy and Integrity & Ethics Guided by our Staff Code of Ethics, our team operates with high standards of fairness, privacy, and professional advocacy.
Together We Can!
We believe that to give our best care to the community, leadership must give its best support to our staff.
Support & Training: Staff are not left to figure things out alone; we provide comprehensive onboarding, state-mandated training, and continuous skill-building.
Recognition & Growth: Achievements and dedication are highlighted and celebrated.
Feedback-Driven: Annual satisfaction surveys and regular check-ins ensure that employee voices shape organizational growth.
Make an Impact. Build a Career. Empower Lives.
Are you looking for more than just a job?
Do you want a career where your empathy is your greatest strength, your presence truly matters, and your daily work leaves a lasting impact on others?
At Eleos Family Services, we are looking for compassionate, driven, and reliable young women to join our team as Direct Support Professionals (DSPs). As a DSP, you aren't just a caregiver—you are a mentor, an advocate, and a catalyst for independence for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
Why Choose a DSP Career with Eleos?
Work with Purpose: Help adults build daily living skills, pursue their passions, gain employment, and belong to their communities. Every small win you facilitate changes a life forever.
Competitive Pay & Real Growth: Earn an industry-leading starting wage (averaging $20+/hr) while gaining hands-on, high-value experience in healthcare, human services, behavioral health, and social work.
A Culture That Values You: At Eleos, our workplace is built on Compassion, Trust, Service, Courage, and Endurance. We believe in supporting our employees just as passionately as we support our participants, offering hands-on training, regular coaching, and a strong, encouraging team environment.
Flexible Pathways: Whether you are working while completing your degree in nursing, psychology, education, or social work—or starting your professional journey—Eleos provides specialized experience across home, community, and vocational support models.
Be the Hero Someone Remembers Forever
If you have a heart for service, the courage to advocate for others, and the desire to build meaningful relationships, your place is with us. Step into a role where your everyday work makes you an essential hero in your community.
Apply today at Eleos Family Services—and start building a career that transforms lives, starting with your own.
