Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Ameriwell Care; Lakewood Township (NJ); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 26,174,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible scheduling

Supportive leadership

Meaningful work

Growth opportunities

Circle of Support

Job summary

Ameriwell Care is seeking a Part-Time Direct Support Professional to provide compassionate one-on-one support to adults with disabilities in New Jersey. You will follow ISP and behavior plans, document shifts, and help individuals live independent lives with dignity.

The role offers a 30-hour week with a Thursday–Sunday schedule, opportunities for extra hours, and a mission-driven team that values its Circle of Support ethos.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities is preferred but not required.
• Compassionate, patient, dependable, and professional.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation preferred.
• Ability to successfully complete all required background checks and training.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate one-on-one support in the individual's home and community.
• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) as needed.
• Encourage independence while ensuring the individual's health and safety.
• Accompany individuals on community outings, recreational activities, shopping, and appointments.
• Build a positive, trusting relationship with the individual and their family.
• Complete accurate daily documentation and electronic shift notes.
• Follow each individual's ISP, behavior support plans, and agency policies.
• Communicate professionally with supervisors, families, and support coordinators.

Skills

Compassionate

Patience

Dependable

Professional

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Driver's license

Background checks

Training completion

Job description

Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Part-Time

Ameriwell Care is hiring compassionate and dependable Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to join our growing team.

Schedule:

• 30 hours per week

• Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday

• Consistent weekly schedule with opportunities for additional hours.

At Ameriwell Care, we provide one-on-one support to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities throughout New Jersey. Our DSPs play a vital role in helping individuals live fulfilling, independent, and meaningful lives while building genuine relationships.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate one-on-one support in the individual's home and community.

• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) as needed.

• Encourage independence while ensuring the individual's health and safety.

• Accompany individuals on community outings, recreational activities, shopping, and appointments.

• Build a positive, trusting relationship with the individual and their family.

• Complete accurate daily documentation and electronic shift notes.

• Follow each individual's ISP, behavior support plans, and agency policies.

• Communicate professionally with supervisors, families, and support coordinators.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities is preferred but not required.

• Compassionate, patient, dependable, and professional.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation preferred.

• Ability to successfully complete all required background checks and training.

Why Join Ameriwell Care?

• Competitive pay

• Flexible scheduling

• Supportive leadership that values its team

• Meaningful work that makes a real difference every day

• Opportunities for growth and additional hours

• Work with a company that truly lives its mission of "A Circle of Support."