Compassionate Direct Support Specialist

In Good Company; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

In Good Company Care and Supports provides home- and community-based support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities throughout New Jersey. We're looking for compassionate, reliable Direct Support Professionals to join our team — both full-time and part-time positions available.

As a Direct Support Professional, you will provide hands-on support in clients' homes and communities, assist with daily living activities, and help with appointments and outings.

Qualifications

• Experience with individuals with IDD preferred; training provided.
• Patient, compassionate, and dependable.
• Strong communication skills and good judgment.
• Comfortable with personal care tasks.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation preferred.
• Ability to pass background checks and complete DDD training (CPR/First Aid, etc.).
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct, hands-on support to individuals in homes and communities.
• Assist with daily living activities, including personal care, meal preparation, and household tasks.
• Support individuals in community activities, appointments, and outings.
• Follow individualized care plans and behavior support plans as directed.
• Administer medication as trained and authorized (where applicable).
• Document services provided accurately and in accordance with NJ DDD requirements.
• Communicate regularly with families, care team members, and agency staff regarding the individual's needs and progress.
• Maintain a safe, respectful, and person-centered environment at all times.

Skills

IDD experience

Patience

Strong communication

Dependable

Driver's license

Background checks

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

In Good Company Care and Supports provides home- and community-based support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities throughout New Jersey. We're looking for compassionate, reliable Direct Support Professionals to join our team — both full-time and part-time positions available.

As a Direct Support Professional, you will provide hands-on support in clients' homes and communities, assist with daily living activities, and help with appointments and outings.