Direct Support Professional
News and Updates
DSP Career Development Program
Current DSPs:
Current DSPs may pursue an Associate’s degree in their chosen field. A stipend totaling $5,000 will be made available, and based on income, you maybe eligible for one hundred percent of tuition reimbursement.
Workforce Development-Certification:
Those seeking a change in career and/ or DSP’s that wish to increase their skills may participate in a certification program offered through Bergen County Community College as well as Gloucester County Community College. Coursework will allow for the development of skills and knowledge of the field of IDD.
Direct Support Quarterly Newsletter
Management System
(Payroll/ HR Compliance/Tax/ Benefits platform)
For additional “how to” information on ADP, click the link below
TB Testing Locations
The Board of Commissioners are proud to introduce this Relief Fund that is being made available to those employed in the direct personal care of the elderly, children, and adults with intellectual, physical, and developmental disabilities and brain injuries, whose wages have been affected by the COVID-19 Pandemic. Eligible caregivers will receive $1000 in Relief Funds.
Caregiver Relief Fund Program
IMPORTANT REMINDERS!
Human Resources:
All employees send in: DRIVERS LICENSE, REGISTRATION AND PROOF OF INSURANCE to hr@avenuestil.com.
Lately, HR has run into some issues trying to reach employees that have changes to their contact info but never informed HR. Any change in contact info must be directed to HR. There is a form: Change of Information to be completed by the employee.
HR has a new cell phone: (856) 723-5868 for any HR questions. URGENT matters that are NOT life-threatening are to be directed to the ON-CALL: (856) 237-6430.
As Avenues continues to transition to paperless, encourage DSPs to:
Access forms and info at www.avenuestoindependentliving.com under the employee portal.
Employee Portal Password: Avenues304
EVV (Clocking-in & Out):
Recently, all DSPs were asked to login on HHAexchange, DDDs Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) system, and share the pin # they received. This is the first step in moving to the HHAexchange platform, where all DSP’s will clock-in and clock-out. The anticipated date for DSPs to use the new platform is September (actual date TBA). We will still use EnableNow for family hires and administrative staff. More info on that to come.
Please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions or concerns.
Human Resources
Avenues To Independent Living
304 South Broad Street
Woodbury, NJ 08096
Office 856-537-7919, ext 107/112/113/123
Visit Us At: http://www.avenuestoindependentliving.com
EnableNow Time Sheet FAQ
Q: What if I need my EnableNow timesheet adjusted?
A: There are two ways to request a timesheet adjustment: email or text the Finance department prior to the end of the pay period. The request must include the employee’s name, the client’s name, the clock in date, the clock in beginning and end time, and total hours worked. Email the request to payroll@avenuestil.com or text the request to (609) 970-7177.
Q: What if I my request is made after the end of the pay period?
A: Additional hours that are not reflected on your EnableNow electronic timesheet may be submitted to the Finance department for review, then a manual check will be processed with the next pay period.
Q: When does the pay period end?
A: Avenues pay period ends every other Saturday at 11:59pm. You can view the Avenues pay period schedule in two places: “2021 Pay Periods” form & on your electronic time sheet, “Period Ending”. If you would like a 2021 pay period schedule emailed to you contact us at hr@avenuestil.com.