Direct Support Professionals

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

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

FREE Dental Insurance

FREE Vision Insurance

FREE Life Insurance

PTO

Health Insurance

Job summary

Royal Community Support in New Jersey is seeking a reliable Direct Support Professional (DSP) to assist an individual living in a community setting. The DSP will help with daily activities, personal care, transportation, and community outings, following individualized plans and using patience and visual prompts.

This part-time, in-person role requires a driver’s license, a clean background, and a commitment to person-centered care.

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 required.
• Authorized to work legally in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living skills (bathing, dressing, grooming as needed).
• 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

Ability to pass background checks

Authorized to work in the UnitedStates

Strong communication skills

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

Individual’s Goals (Customize Per Posting)

The individual is seeking a DSP who is comfortable with:

• Building routines and structure
• Encouraging independence and participation

Position Overview

We are seeking a reliable, energetic, and compassionate Direct Support Professional (DSP) to support an individual living in South Plainfield, Middlesex County, NJ. This is a community-based position. The DSP will provide support in the individual’s place of employment.

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

Seeking a DSP to provide support with daily activities, personal care, and community outings. He communicates verbally but has difficulty expressing himself and processing information, so he benefits from patience, verbal prompting, and visual instructions. He requires close, line-of-sight supervision in the community. When upset or overstimulated, he may yell, scream, or occasionally become physically aggressive, so the DSP should remain calm, provide space when appropriate, and use redirection and familiar calming strategies.

SCHEDULE:

Saturdays

11:00am - 3:00pm

4 hour shift

4 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

• 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