Direct Support Professional - Compassionate Home & Community Care

In Good Company; Newton (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

In Good Company Care and Supports provides home- and community-based support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities throughout New Jersey. We're looking for compassionate, reliable Direct Support Professionals to join our team — both full-time and part-time positions available.

We offer full-time and part-time roles with training provided; you will assist with daily living activities, accompany individuals to appointments, and help with community activities.

Qualifications

• Experience with IDD preferred, but training is provided.
• Patient, compassionate, and dependable.
• Strong communication and good judgment.
• Comfortable with personal care tasks.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation preferred.
• Background checks and DDD training (CPR/First Aid, Med Admin) provided.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct, hands-on support to individuals with IDD in homes and communities.
• Assist with daily living activities, including personal care, meals, and household tasks.
• Support individuals in community activities, appointments, and outings.
• Follow individualized care plans and behavior support plans as directed.
• Administer medication as trained and authorized (where applicable).
• Document services provided accurately per NJ DDD requirements.
• Communicate with families, care teams, and agency staff regarding needs and progress.
• Maintain a safe, respectful, and person-centered environment.

Skills

Compassionate

Patient

Strong communication

Dependable

Good judgment

Driver's license

Reliable transportation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

In Good Company Care and Supports provides home- and community-based support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities throughout New Jersey. We're looking for compassionate, reliable Direct Support Professionals to join our team — both full-time and part-time positions available.

We offer full-time and part-time roles with training provided; you will assist with daily living activities, accompany individuals to appointments, and help with community activities.