Community Companion

Kindly Direct Care; Union Beach (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Kindly Direct Care in Old Bridge, NJ is seeking a part-time Direct Support Professional for a one-to-one assignment with a 51-year-old individual who has a mild intellectual disability. You will provide companionship, emotional support, and assist with daily activities.

The role involves household tasks, errands, light cooking, outings, transportation to appointments, and documenting services while maintaining safety and following personalized plans.

Qualifications

• Must be able to commit to the posted schedule.
• Onboarding, background checks, and training required.

Responsibilities

• Support an adult with developmental disabilities at home and in the community.
• Encourage independence and social connection; work toward personal goals.
• Assist with routines and activities based on individual needs.
• Maintain safety and follow individualized support instructions.
• Complete required documentation and communicate with the Kindly team.

Skills

Compassionate

Dependable

One-to-one care

Patience

Job description

Kindly Direct Care is hiring a part-time Direct Support Professional for a one-to-one opportunity in Middlesex County.

About This Opportunity

We are looking for a caring, compassionate DSP to support a 51-year-old individual with a mild intellectual disability. They are looking for companionship, emotional support, and someone to enjoy outings with, such as going to the mall. Responsibilities include helping around the house, grocery shopping, light cooking, spending quality time together, and providing transportation to appointments.

What You’ll Do

• Support an adult with developmental disabilities at home and/or in the community.
• Encourage independence, social connection, and progress toward personal goals.
• Assist with routines and activities based on the individual’s needs.
• Maintain safety and follow individualized support instructions.
• Complete required documentation after services and communicate reliably with the Kindly team.

Qualifications

• Able to consistently commit to the exact posted schedule.
• Dependable, respectful, patient, and comfortable working one-to-one.
• Experience preffered
• Able to complete required onboarding, background checks, and training.

Schedule: 3 days a week 3:00PM -7:00PMPay: 18-22/hrLocation: Old Bridge NJ 08857Driving on shift: REQUIRED