Compassionate DSP: One-to-One Mentor for Autistic Adult

Kindly Direct Care; Hackettstown (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Kindly Direct Care is seeking a Direct Support Professional to provide one-to-one support to an adult with developmental disabilities in Morris County. The DSP will help with communication, meals, and daily routines while encouraging independence and engaging activities.

The role involves in-home and community support, driving on shift, and following care guidelines. Schedule is Monday–Friday 3:00–7:00 PM and weekends 10:00 AM–3:00 PM, with a posted pay rate of $17–$21 per hour.

Qualifications

• Warm, patient and dependable personality.
• Ability to work one-to-one with an adult in home and community settings.
• Reliable with the posted schedule and shifts.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Caregiving-related experience is helpful but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one companionship and person-centered support.
• Assist the individual in community outings and activities.
• Support errands, appointments, recreation, volunteering, and social opportunities.
• Encourage independence, communication, decision-making, and life skills.
• Help the individual work toward goals identified in the service plan.
• Provide reminders and routine support as required.
• Maintain safety and follow individualized instructions.
• Complete required documentation and communicate with the Kindly team.

Skills

Warm and patient

One-to-one support

Reliability

Schedule discipline

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Kindly Direct Care is seeking a Direct Support Professional to provide one-to-one support to an adult with developmental disabilities in Morris County. The DSP will help with communication, meals, and daily routines while encouraging independence and engaging activities.

The role involves in-home and community support, driving on shift, and following care guidelines. Schedule is Monday–Friday 3:00–7:00 PM and weekends 10:00 AM–3:00 PM, with a posted pay rate of $17–$21 per hour.