Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Serenity NJ; Woodbridge Township (NJ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Paid training

Competitive pay

Career growth opportunities

Meaningful one-on-one work

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.

Roles include assisting with daily living skills, personal care, medication reminders, transportation, and documenting services. Day, evening, and weekend shifts are available, with paid training and competitive pay. Serenity is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• At least 18 years old.
• Valid driver’s license and insured vehicle.
• Able to pass background checks and DDD screenings.
• Smartphone or computer access for documentation.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work independently.
• Experience with I/DD preferred but not required. CPR/First Aid training provided if needed.

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.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Direct Support Professional (DSP) – HCBS

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.