Direct Support Professionals

Royal Community Support; Pompton Lakes (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with match

Dental insurance (free)

Vision insurance (free)

Life insurance (free)

PTO

Health insurance

Job summary

Royal Community Support – Hackensack Branch is seeking a reliable Direct Support Professional (DSP) to assist an adult in Pompton Lakes, NJ in a community-based setting. The DSP will support daily living activities, meal prep, transportation, and participation in social and community programs.

The role emphasizes a person-centered approach, independence, and safety, with one-on-one support in home and community contexts. The position is part-time with benefits consideration depending on hours.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record.
• Reliable personal vehicle (community-based support required).
• Ability to pass background checks and drug screening.
• Authorized to work legally in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living skills (bathing, dressing, grooming).
• Support housekeeping tasks (laundry, dishes, tidying, light cleaning).
• Prepare meals according to dietary needs.
• Teach and reinforce independent living skills.
• Follow individualized service plans and behavior support strategies.
• Provide transportation to appointments and community activities.
• Encourage participation in social and recreational activities.
• Promote safety and well-being at all times.
• Maintain professional communication with guardians and agency staff.

Skills

18+ years old

Legal work authorization (US)

Background checks & drug screening

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Valid driver’s license

Reliable personal vehicle

Job description

Royal Community Support – Hackensack Branch

Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Community-Based Support

Are you passionate about helping others live meaningful, independent lives?

Are you looking for a role with growth opportunities and supportive leadership?

Royal Community Support may be the right fit for you.

We provide one-on-one support to adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities in their private homes and throughout their community. Our focus is person-centered care, skill-building, and meaningful engagement.

Royal Community Support believes that disability is not a limitation, but a part of human diversity. We are committed to promoting dignity, independence, and inclusion for the individuals we serve.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with daily living skills (bathing, dressing, grooming as needed)
• Supporting housekeeping tasks (laundry, dishes, tidying, light cleaning)
• Preparing meals according to dietary needs
• Teaching and reinforcing independent living skills
• Following individualized service plans and behavior support strategies
• Providing transportation to appointments and community activities
• Encouraging participation in social and recreational activities
• Promoting safety and well-being at all times
• Maintaining professional communication with guardians and agency staff

Position Overview

We are seeking a reliable, energetic, and compassionate Direct Support Professional (DSP) to support an individual living in Pompton Lakes, Passaic County, NJ.

This is a community-based position. The DSP will provide support in the individual’s home and assist with safe, structured participation in community activities.

The ideal candidate is self-motivated, patient, professional, and comfortable working independently in a one-on-one setting.

Our approach to services is person-centered, meaning we focus on the individual’s preferences in what they would like out of services.

Seeking a DSP to provide support and supervision to a male individual with daily routines, meal preparation, household tasks, and community activities. He is independent with many activities of daily living but requires assistance with toileting, personal hygiene routines, and safely using the microwave and stove. The DSP should provide reminders to follow a high-fibre diet to help prevent constipation and support him with money management, transportation, and developing social and communication skills. He may engage in repetitive behaviors, hand flapping, pacing, or mouthing his shirt when stressed or frustrated, so the DSP should be patient and supportive while helping him manage these behaviors and promoting his independence, safety, and overall well-being.

SCHEDULE

Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday 10am - 6pm

Thursday and Friday 10am - 1pm

20 hours a week

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record
• Reliable personal vehicle (community-based support required)
• Ability to pass background checks and drug screening
• Authorized to work legally in the United States

Preferred Qualities

• Person-centered mindset
• Professional and positive attitude
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work independently
• Respectful and open-minded approach to disability support

Benefits

Employees who meet eligibility requirements may receive:

• 401(k) with company match (after 90-day introductory period)
• FREE Dental Insurance
• FREE Vision Insurance
• FREE Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Health Insurance (eligibility based on hours worked)
• Additional benefit details are provided during onboarding.

Compensation

Starting Pay: $22–$28 per hour (based on experience and Individualized Service Plan complexity)

Part-time position

In-person support