Direct Support Professional

Serenity Day Habilitation; Florham Park (NJ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Serenity, LLC is hiring Direct Support Professionals to provide one-on-one support to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in their homes and communities across New Jersey.

We offer Full-Time, Part-Time, and Per Diem positions with pay ranging from $21.50 to $26.50 per hour. Responsibilities include facilitating community activities, teaching daily living skills, assisting with personal care, and ensuring safety and dignity in every interaction.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Able to pass required background checks and screenings
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently
• CPR and First Aid training provided if needed
• Experience supporting individuals with I/DD preferred

Responsibilities

• Support community activities, appointments, errands, and social opportunities
• Teach daily living skills such as cooking, cleaning, budgeting, and shopping
• Assist with personal care and medication reminders as authorized
• Provide safe transportation
• Follow individualized service plans and person-centered goals
• Complete timely service notes and required documentation
• Promote independence, dignity, choice, and self-advocacy
• Day, evening, and weekend shifts are available

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to work independently

Flexibility in scheduling

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Smartphone or computer access

Job description

Direct Support Professional (DSP) – 1:1 In-Home & Community Support

Serenity, LLC | All 21 New Jersey Counties
Full-Time | Part-Time | Per Diem
$21.50-26.50 per hour

Serenity is hiring compassionate and dependable Direct Support Professionals to provide one-on-one support to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in their homes and communities.

Responsibilities

• Support community activities, appointments, errands, and social opportunities

• Teach daily living skills such as cooking, cleaning, budgeting, and shopping

• Assist with personal care and medication reminders as authorized

• Provide safe transportation

• Follow individualized service plans and person-centered goals

• Complete timely service notes and required documentation

• Promote independence, dignity, choice, and self-advocacy

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED

• At least 18 years old

• Valid driver’s license and reliable, insured vehicle

• Ability to pass required background checks and DDD screenings

• Smartphone or computer access for documentation

• Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently

• Experience supporting individuals with I/DD is preferred but not required. CPR and First Aid training will be provided if needed.

Why Join Serenity?

• Flexible scheduling

• Paid training

• Competitive pay

• Career growth opportunities

• Meaningful one-on-one work

Day, evening, and weekend shifts are available.

Serenity is an Equal Opportunity Employer.