Direct Support Professionals

Apploi; Sparta Township (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match (after 90‑y)

FREE Dental Insurance

FREE Vision Insurance

FREE Life Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health Insurance (hours-based)

Job summary

Royal Community Support – Hackensack Branch is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to assist an adult in Sparta, NJ, in home and community settings. This part-time, in-person role focuses on person-centered care, independence, and meaningful engagement.

The DSP will provide support with daily living skills, meals, transportation, and community activities, while maintaining dignity and safety. Requires a valid license, reliable car, and ability to pass background checks.

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

• 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

Skills

Person-centered mindset

Professional and positive attitude

Strong communication skills

Ability to work independently

Respectful and open-minded approach

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

Responsibilities may include:

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 Sparta, Sussex 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 an adult male in a residential and community setting. The DSP must be experienced in implementing positive behavioral supports, providing redirection, and assisting with emotional regulation, coping skills, and appropriate social interactions. The individual is independent with toileting, eating, and most personal care tasks but benefits from verbal prompts for showering, oral hygiene, handwashing, and maintaining appropriate clothing. Support is also needed with meal preparation, following a prescribed low-sodium, low-fat diet, household tasks, medication administration, and daily scheduling. The DSP must be comfortable providing close supervision in the home, community, and vocational setting, following established safety protocols, and maintaining appropriate boundaries while supporting the individual’s dignity, independence, and overall well-being.

SCHEDULE:

Tuesday or Thursday 9am -3pm

6 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