Direct Support Professional-DSP

Royal Community Support; Newton (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Royal Community Support is seeking a compassionate self-directed employee to assist a kind woman with daily living at home and in the community. You will help with personal care, accompany her to activities, and ensure safety in transportation using her accessible van.

No formal caregiving experience required, but reliability, a respectful manner, and a valid driver's license are needed. Flexible Sunday, Tuesday, and Saturday shifts offer meaningful part-time work in New Jersey.

Qualifications

• Reliable, caring, and self-motivated.
• Comfortable with personal care and mobility support.
• Able to assist with wheelchair transfers.
• Valid driver’s license (you’ll be driving her van).
• Caregiving experience is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Dressing, bathing, and other personal care.
• Meal prep and light housekeeping.
• Going out to the movies, the mall, and other activities.
• Driving her accessible van to outings.
• Helping with safe transfers to and from her wheelchair.

Skills

Reliable

Caring

Self-motivated

Wheelchair transfers

Valid driver's license

Job description

A fun-loving, kind woman is looking for a Self-Directed Employee (SDE) to help with everyday living and enjoy getting out in the community. She’s social, enjoys going to the movies and shopping at the mall, and likes to stay active outside the home.

The right person will be engaging and supportive, while also respecting that her apartment is her home.

What You’ll Help With:

• Dressing, bathing, and other personal care

• Meal prep and light housekeeping

• Going out to the movies, the mall, and other activities

• Driving her accessible van to outings

• Helping with safe transfers to and from her wheelchair

• Being friendly and engaging while respecting personal space

What We’re Looking For:

• Reliable, caring, and self-motivated

• Comfortable with personal care and mobility support

• Able to assist with wheelchair transfers

• Valid driver’s license (you’ll be driving her van)

• Caregiving experience is a plus, but not required

Schedule:

• Sunday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM or 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM

• Tuesday: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM

• Saturday: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Pay:

• Starting at $20 per hour

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys helping others, being out in the community, and building a positive working relationship.