Community Support Worker

Apploi; Highland Lakes (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Free Dental Insurance

Free Vision Insurance

Free Life Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health Insurance (hours-based)

Job summary

Royal Community Support – Hackensack Branch is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide one-on-one, community-based assistance to adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities in Highland River, Sussex County, NJ.

The role focuses on person-centered care, daily living support, and participation in community activities, with a strong emphasis on safety and independence. The position is part-time with 40 hours weekly and weekday schedules.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record.
• Reliable personal vehicle for community-based support.
• Ability to pass background checks and drug screening.
• Authorized to work legally in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living skills and personal care.
• Support housekeeping tasks and meal preparation.
• Provide transportation to appointments and activities.
• Encourage participation in social and recreational activities.
• Maintain professional communication with guardians and staff.
• Follow individualized service plans and behavior strategies.
• Promote safety and independence in home and community settings.

Skills

18+ years old

Valid driver's license

Reliable personal vehicle

Background checks & drug screening

Authorized to work in the US

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

• 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 Highland River, Sussex 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.

urgently seeking a DSP to assist primarily with personal care. He uses diapers and requires assistance with feeding. Jake is ambulatory and able to walk independently, but he has significant difficulty communicating his needs. The long-term goal is to secure a residential placement for him, although we understand that this process may take some time. In the meantime, consistent DSP support is urgently needed to assist with his daily care and safety.

SCHEDULE:

Monday - Friday

Starting at 3:30

40 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
• Authorized to work legally in the United States

Preferred Qualities:

• Person-centered mindset
• Professional and positive attitude
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work independently
• Respectful and open-minded approach to disability support

Benefits

Employees who meet eligibility requirements may receive:

• 401(k) with company match (after 90-day introductory period)
• FREE Dental Insurance
• FREE Vision Insurance
• FREE Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Health Insurance (eligibility based on hours worked)
• Additional benefit details are provided during onboarding.

Compensation

Starting Pay: $22–$28 per hour (based on experience and Individualized Service Plan complexity)

Part-time position

In-person support