Community Mentor

Apploi; Old Bridge (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Kindly Direct Care in Parlin, NJ is seeking a Part-Time Direct Support Professional to work one-on-one with an adult with developmental disabilities. This hands-on role emphasizes active engagement, community outings, and helping individuals grow toward independence.

You’ll support daily routines, develop life skills, and act as a dependable, motivating mentor. Shifts include weekday afternoons and a modest weekly schedule, with driving required.

Qualifications

• Ability to engage and motivate adults with developmental disabilities.
• Reliable transportation and a willingness to drive if needed.
• Comfort in leading activities and mentoring.

Responsibilities

• Take part in activities, exercise, and community outings with the individual.
• Help develop life skills and daily routines.
• Encourage independence, confidence, and problem solving.
• Be a positive role model and mentor during shifts.

Skills

Outgoing

Dependable

Patient

Mentoring

Sports/fitness background

Job description

Part-Time DSP – Active, Hands-On Mentoring Role | Parlin, NJ

? $18–$21/hour | 8 Hours/Week | No Experience Required

Enjoy sports, fitness, getting out into the community, or helping others reach their potential? This opportunity could be a great fit for you!

Kindly Direct Care is looking for a dependable, energetic, and engaging Direct Support Professional to work one-on-one with an adult with developmental disabilities.

This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys staying active, building connections, and encouraging others to grow. You’ll help the individual participate in activities, explore interests, develop life skills, and gain greater independence.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Getting out for recreational activities, exercise, errands, and community outings.
• Exploring hobbies and finding fun, engaging activities to enjoy together.
• Encouraging independence, confidence, and problem-solving.
• Helping develop social skills, daily routines, and practical life skills.
• Being a consistent, positive role model and mentor.
• Supporting personal goals while making each shift meaningful.

You May Be a Great Fit If You’re

• Outgoing, dependable, patient, and motivated to make a difference.
• Someone who enjoys staying active and engaging with others.
• A natural mentor who enjoys encouraging and motivating people.
• Experienced in sports, coaching, fitness, recreation, education, or mentoring (a plus but not required!).
• A reliable driver with your own vehicle.

Schedule

• Monday: 3 PM–5 PM
• Wednesday: 3 PM–6 PM
• Friday: 3 PM–6 PM

? Parlin, NJ 08859
? $18–$21/hour
? Driving during shifts required

Looking for a rewarding part-time opportunity that goes beyond a typical job?

Join Kindly Direct Care and help someone build confidence, independence, and new experiences.