Behavioral Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Asg-Home-Care; Asbury Park (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

ASG Home Care in New Jersey is seeking Direct Support Professionals to assist individuals with developmental disabilities in home and community settings across New Jersey.

As a DSP, you will work one-on-one following each client's ISP, helping with daily living activities, transportation, and community participation while building trusting relationships.

We offer flexible hours and consistent cases with competitive pay of $18–$24 per hour based on experience and case assignment.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation preferred.
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire).
• Prior caregiving or human services experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on home and community-based support to individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Assist with daily living activities including personal care, meal preparation, and transportation.
• Encourage independence and community participation aligned with each client's ISP.
• Document services accurately and communicate with the care team.
• Build meaningful, consistent relationships with the individuals you support.

Skills

Compassionate

Dependable

Motivated

Reliable transportation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

ASG Home Care | New Jersey

$18–$24/hour | Flexible Hours | Cases Across New Jersey

ASG Home Care is actively hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to support individuals with developmental disabilities in their homes and communities throughout New Jersey. We are a DDD-focused agency offering consistent hours, local cases, and a supportive team that sets Direct Support Professionals up for success.

Position Overview

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) with ASG Home Care, you will provide hands‑on support that promotes independence, community engagement, and daily living success. As a Direct Support Professional, you will work one‑on‑one with individuals in both home and community settings while following each person's Individualized Service Plan (ISP).

Key Responsibilities as a Direct Support Professional (DSP)

• Provide individualized home and community-based support to individuals with developmental disabilities
• Assist with daily living activities including personal care, meal preparation, and transportation
• Encourage independence and community participation aligned with each client's ISP
• Document services accurately and communicate with the care team
• Build meaningful, consistent relationships with the individuals you support

What We're Looking For in a Direct Support Professional

• Must be 18 years or older
• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation preferred
• Prior caregiving, DSP, or human services experience preferred but not required
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire)
• Compassionate, dependable, and motivated to make a difference

Why Direct Support Professionals Choose ASG Home Care

• $18–$24 per hour based on experience and case assignment
• Flexible scheduling — day, evening, and weekend shifts available
• Consistent cases close to your home
• Supportive management team and structured onboarding
• Opportunity to grow within a DDD-focused agency

Work Settings for this Direct Support Professional (DSP) Role

• In-home services
• Community-based services