Direct Care Staff

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

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with match

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Job summary

Royal Community Support – Hackensack Branch is seeking a reliable Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide one-on-one community-based care for adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities in Highland Lakes, NJ. You will assist with daily living, meals, transportation, and participation in social activities, following individualized plans.

The role is part-time, Monday–Friday, starting at 3:30 with 40 hours per week, in-home and community-based support.

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.

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

Person-centered mindset

Professional and positive attitude

Strong communication skills

Ability to work independently

Respectful and open-minded approach to

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

• 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 Highland River, Sussex 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.

urgently seeking a DSP to assist primarily with personal care. He uses diapers and requires assistance with feeding. Jake is ambulatory and able to walk independently, but he has significant difficulty communicating his needs. The long-term goal is to secure a residential placement for him, although we understand that this process may take some time. In the meantime, consistent DSP support is urgently needed to assist with his daily care and safety.

SCHEDULE

Monday - Friday

Starting at 3:30

40 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