Direct Support Pro: One-to-One Care & Impact

Kindly Direct Care; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Job summary

Kindly Direct Care is seeking compassionate Direct Support Professionals to support adults with developmental disabilities throughout Essex County, New Jersey. DSPs work one-to-one with individuals in their homes and communities, helping them build independence and fulfilling daily life.

The role involves companionship, community-based support, skill-building, daily living assistance, transportation when needed, and adherence to each person’s service plan.

Qualifications

• Caring, patient, dependable, and comfortable working one-to-one with an adult with developmental disabilities.
• Strong communication skills and ability to follow individualized instructions.
• Ability to complete required documentation and use mobile/online systems for scheduling and service records.

Responsibilities

• Provide respectful one-to-one support at home and in the community.
• Help individuals participate in meaningful activities, hobbies, errands, appointments, recreation, and social opportunities.
• Teach and reinforce daily living, communication, social, safety, and independence skills.
• Encourage individual choice, self-advocacy, community inclusion, and healthy relationships.
• Assist with routines and activities of daily living when required by the individual’s plan and the specific assignment.
• Follow individualized behavioral, medical, safety, and support instructions within DSP scope and training.
• Maintain the individual’s health and safety and promptly report concerns through the appropriate chain.
• Complete required service documentation accurately and on time.
• Clock in and out as required and maintain dependable attendance and communication.
• Maintain confidentiality, professional boundaries, dignity, and respect at all times.

Skills

Caring

Patient

Dependable

Strong communication

Documentation & records

Background checks & onboarding

Reliable transportation

Job description

Kindly Direct Care is seeking compassionate Direct Support Professionals to support adults with developmental disabilities throughout Essex County, New Jersey. DSPs work one-to-one with individuals in their homes and communities, helping them build independence and fulfilling daily life.

The role involves companionship, community-based support, skill-building, daily living assistance, transportation when needed, and adherence to each person’s service plan.