Direct Support Professional

Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, Inc.; Point Pleasant (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Hourly pay $18–$20

Flexible hours

Job summary

Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, Inc. is seeking Direct Support Professionals to support individuals with autism and intellectual disabilities in the Point Pleasant Beach area.

This independent contractor role offers flexible hours and an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in clients' lives. Responsibilities include helping individuals develop daily living and social skills, participating in community activities, and completing required trainings.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and existing insurance.
• Must be willing to drive individuals in a personal car.
• Must be willing to complete background checks.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Flexibility is preferred for varying assignments.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals in developing and maintaining daily living and social skills.
• Engage individuals in activities to promote independence and community participation.
• Maintain annual 24 hour training requirements.

Skills

Compassionate care

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Flexible schedule

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Location: Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742 Date Posted: 11/02/2026 Category: Direct Care Services Education: High School Diploma/GED

Come create a colorful difference with Kaleidoscope Family Solutions (KFS)!

Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, Inc. provides community and home-based services to persons with autism and intellectual disabilities. Our team partners with family members and existing providers to create individualized goals allowing the team to help improve Individuals' life experiences.

The individuals we support are in need of dedicated, caring, and reliable Direct Support Professionals eager to make a difference in their lives!

DESCRIPTION OF CONTRACT OPPORTUNITY

• Assist Individuals as they develop and maintain skills to improve their daily-living and social skills
• Engage in activities with Individuals to live more independently within the community and/or be more productive and participatory in community life
• Maintain annual 24 hour training requirements

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION FOR DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL

• Must be compassionate and willing to care for the well-being of others
• Minimum of a High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)
• Must be willing to complete given background checks
• Must have a valid Driver's License and existing insurance
• Must be willing and able to drive individuals in personal car throughout the community
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Flexibility is preferred to allow more opportunity for individual assignments

ADVANTAGES

• Compensation processed weekly
• Hourly Compensation $18-$20.
• Flexible work hours including evenings and weekends
• Personal and professional fulfillment in an impactful role

Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, Inc. is an EEO employer.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Candidates submitting their resume usually have experience or interest in other roles including Residential Aides, Direct Support Professional, DSPs, Care Givers, Aides, Home Health Aide, Mental Health Technicians, MHTs, Behavior Health Technicians, BHTs, and Youth Care Workers.

Title: Direct Support Professional

Class: Direct Care Support

Type: INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR 1099

Ref. No.: 1207635-200

BC: #KFS214

Company: Kaleidoscope Family Solutions, Inc.

Each Kaleidoscope Family Solutions (KFS) office is separately incorporated. Registering on the Kaleidoscope web portal is not a guarantee that contracting opportunities will be available and/or located. Further steps are required to complete your registration with the appropriate legal Kaleidoscope (KFS) entity. Professionals contracting through KFS are classified and compensated as self-employed independent contractors.