Compassionate Caregiver & Daily Support Specialist

Royal Community Support; Califon (NJ); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Royal Community Support seeks a nurturing, physically capable caregiver to support an individual with social and communication challenges. The role values a calm, compassionate presence and steady daily support in nutrition, hydration, and safety.

You’ll engage in activities, reinforce routines, and provide companionship with patience and humor. Experience with developmental disabilities or behavioral support is welcomed, with de-escalation training a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience in caregiving or support roles is highly valued.
• Ability to remain patient and gentle when faced with repetitive communication.
• Willingness to learn about neurodiversity and nontraditional expressions of behavior.

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent patience when communication is repetitive or socially limited.
• Engage in games and activities, even when attention drifts or tasks remain unfinished.
• Assist with daily nutrition: heat prepared meals, make protein shakes, offer snacks.
• Prompt and encourage hydration throughout the day.
• Model respectful interaction and provide companionship without expectation of typical social engagement.
• Maintain safety and structure while allowing for fun and flexibility.

Skills

Physical strength

Patient

Emotional maturity

Calm under pressure

Compassionate

Job description

Royal Community Support seeks a nurturing, physically capable caregiver to support an individual with social and communication challenges. The role values a calm, compassionate presence and steady daily support in nutrition, hydration, and safety.

You’ll engage in activities, reinforce routines, and provide companionship with patience and humor. Experience with developmental disabilities or behavioral support is welcomed, with de-escalation training a plus.