Direct Support Professional in Atlantic County

In Good Company; Atlantic City (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

In Good Company seeks compassionate Direct Support Professionals to join our team. We offer both full-time and part-time roles providing home- and community-based supports across New Jersey.

You will assist with daily living activities, including personal care, meals, transportation, and community outings, following individualized plans and maintaining a safe, respectful, and person-centered environment at all times.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Background checks and DDD-mandated training provided by the company.
• Willingness to complete CPR/First Aid and medication administration training.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct, hands-on support to individuals in homes and communities.
• Assist with daily living activities including personal care and meal preparation.
• Support individuals in community activities, appointments, and outings.
• Follow care plans and behavior support plans as directed.
• Administer medication as trained where applicable.
• Document services per NJ DDD requirements.
• Communicate with families and care team about needs and progress.
• Maintain a safe, respectful, and person-centered environment.

Skills

Compassionate

Communication skills

Reliability

Patience

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

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.

What You'll Do

• Provide direct, hands-on support to individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities in their homes and communities




• Assist with daily living activities, including personal care, meal preparation, 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 and in accordance with NJ DDD requirements




• Communicate regularly with families, care team members, and agency staff regarding the individual's needs and progress




• Maintain a safe, respectful, and person-centered environment at all times

What We're Looking For

• Experience working with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities preferred, but not required — we provide training




• Patient, compassionate, and dependable




• Strong communication skills and good judgment




• Comfortable with personal care tasks




• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation preferred




• Ability to pass required background checks and complete DDD-mandated training (CPR/First Aid, Medication Administration, etc. — provided by the company)




• High school diploma or equivalent

Details

• Full-time and part-time schedules available




• Positions based in homes and communities throughout New Jersey




• Required certifications and training provided