Companion & Life Skills Coach

Apploi; Evesham Township (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Apploi in New Jersey seeks a Direct Support Professional to mentor, coach, and support individuals in community settings. You will help people build independence, routines, and social connections while providing companionship and respectful guidance.

The role emphasizes dependable, patient interaction and the ability to follow individualized plans, with opportunities that vary by location and may include part-time or full-time schedules, paid according to assignment and needs.

Qualifications

• Warm, reliable, patient, and able to build trust.
• Strong communication skills and good judgment.
• Interest or experience in mentoring, coaching, education, recreation, behavioral health, human services, disability services, or caregiving is a plus.
• Ability to complete required background checks, onboarding, and training.
• Reliable transportation and driving credentials when required by an assignment.

Responsibilities

• Spend time in the community participating in recreation, exercise, errands, events, hobbies, volunteering, or other meaningful activities.
• Coach daily living, social, communication, problem-solving, and independence skills.
• Help an individual build routines, confidence, self-advocacy, and greater community connection.
• Support progress toward individualized goals while respecting the person’s choices and preferences.
• Provide companionship and model appropriate communication and relationships.
• Assist with daily routines or other support needs depending on the assignment.
• Maintain safety, follow individualized support instructions, and communicate concerns promptly.
• Complete required documentation and maintain reliable attendance and communication.

Skills

Warm personality

Communication skills

Reliability

Transportation

Job description

Apploi in New Jersey seeks a Direct Support Professional to mentor, coach, and support individuals in community settings. You will help people build independence, routines, and social connections while providing companionship and respectful guidance.

The role emphasizes dependable, patient interaction and the ability to follow individualized plans, with opportunities that vary by location and may include part-time or full-time schedules, paid according to assignment and needs.