Direct Support Professionals

Royal Community Support; Ten Mile Run (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 – Hackensack Branch is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to assist an individual living in Kendall Park, NJ. The role is community-based and involves providing in-home and community participation support in a one-on-one setting.

Ideal candidates are reliable, energetic, and compassionate, with strong communication skills and the ability to work independently. The position is part-time, with a starting pay of $22–$28 per hour and potential for growth through

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record.
• Reliable personal vehicle (required for community-based support).
• 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.
• Maintain professional communication with guardians and agency staff.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to work independently

Person-centered mindset

Professional and positive attitude

Respectful and open-minded approach to

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

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
• Always promoting safety and well-being
• 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 Kendall Park, Middlesex 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.

seeking a DSP to assist with community engagement and identifying activities to do in the community

SCHEDULE

Monday & Wednesday

9:30pm - 5:00pm

17 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