Direct Care Staff

Royal Community Support; Budd Lake (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

PTO

Health Insurance

Job summary

Royal Community Support – Hackensack Branch is seeking a Direct Support Professional to assist an individual living in Budd Lake, Morris County, NJ in a community-based, one-on-one setting.

The DSP will provide in-home and community participation support, following person-centered plans and behavior strategies. The role emphasizes independence, dignity, and engagement, with a 12-hour weekly, 4-day-a-week schedule from 2:00pm to 5:00pm.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 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.

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.

Skills

Communication skills

Person-centered mindset

Independent worker

Reliability

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

Responsibilities may include:

• 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 Budd Lake, Morris 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.

seeking a DSP who is located close to her peer group and can provide consistent, supportive companionship. She is currently experiencing challenges related to OCD and anxiety and would benefit from a DSP who has experience supporting individuals with anxiety-related disorders. She would also benefit from someone who can help keep her engaged in meaningful activities and gently redirect and refocus her when she becomes fixated on a particular topic or seeks persistent reassurance.

Schedule

Flexible between Monday - Friday

x4 times per week

2:00pm - 5:00pm

3-3.5 hours shifts

12 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

• 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