Behavioral Support Staff

Royal Community Support; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Royal Community Support is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide one-on-one support to an individual in Jersey City, NJ. This community-based role focuses on independence, daily living, and meaningful engagement within the home and local community.

The ideal candidate is patient, reliable, and capable of working independently in a one-on-one setting, with a person-centered approach to care and collaboration with guardians and agency staff.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record.
• Reliable personal vehicle (community-based support required).
• Ability to pass background checks and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with daily living skills (bathing, dressing, grooming as needed).
• Supporting housekeeping tasks (laundry, dishes, tidying, light cleaning).
• Preparing meals according to dietary needs.
• Teaching and reinforcing independent living skills.
• Following individualized service plans and behavior support strategies.
• Providing transportation to appointments and community activities.
• Encouraging participation in social and recreational activities.
• Promoting safety and well-being at all times.
• Maintaining professional communication with guardians and agency staff.

Skills

Driving

Patience

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Royal Community Support – Hackensack Branch

Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Community-Based Support

Are you passionate about helping others live meaningful, independent lives?

Are you looking for a role with growth opportunities and supportive leadership?

Royal Community Support may be the right fit for you.

We provide one-on-one support to adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities in their private homes and throughout their community. Our focus is person-centered care, skill-building, and meaningful engagement.

Royal Community Support believes that disability is not a limitation, but a part of human diversity. We are committed to promoting dignity, independence, and inclusion for the individuals we serve.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities may include:

• Assisting with daily living skills (bathing, dressing, grooming as needed)
• Supporting housekeeping tasks (laundry, dishes, tidying, light cleaning)
• Preparing meals according to dietary needs
• Teaching and reinforcing independent living skills
• Following individualized service plans and behavior support strategies
• Providing transportation to appointments and community activities
• Encouraging participation in social and recreational activities
• Promoting safety and well-being at all times
• Maintaining professional communication with guardians and agency staff

Position Overview

We are seeking a reliable, energetic, and compassionate Direct Support Professional (DSP) to support an individual living in Jersey City, Hudson County, NJ.

This is a community-based position. The DSP will provide support in the individual’s home and assist with safe, structured participation in community activities.

The ideal candidate is self-motivated, patient, professional, and comfortable working independently in a one-on-one setting.

Our approach to services is person-centered, meaning we focus on the individual’s preferences in what they would like out of services.

a DSP who can assist him with maintaining his home and completing daily household tasks. Support includes keeping the home tidy, taking out and bringing in trash and recycling, grocery shopping, laundry, changing bed sheets, keeping his room clean, gardening, and composting. Liam also needs assistance with transportation and accompaniment to his volunteer commitments. If possible, the DSP should also be able to transport Liam to his weekly speech therapy appointment in Morristown, NJ. The ideal DSP should also have experience working with behavioral needs and be able to provide patience, redirection, and appropriate support when needed.

SCHEDULE

Flexible

12 hours a week

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record
• Reliable personal vehicle (community-based support required)
• Ability to pass background checks and drug screening