Direct Support Professional in Cumberland County

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

Job summary

In Good Company Care and Supports in New Jersey is seeking Direct Support Professionals to provide hands-on support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in homes and communities. You will assist with daily living activities and accompany individuals to appointments and community activities.

You will follow individualized care plans, document services per NJ DDD requirements, and maintain a safe, person-centered environment while communicating with families and the care

Qualifications

• Experience with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities preferred, but training is provided.
• Patient, compassionate, and dependable.
• Ability to pass background checks and complete required trainings.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct, hands-on support to individuals in their 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 regularly with families and care team about needs and progress.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Compassionate

Dependable

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