Direct Support Professionals (DSP) Needed in Monmouth County, NJ

KAHAK NJ INC; Long Branch (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

KAHAK NJ INC. is seeking compassionate Direct Support Professionals to assist individuals with intellectual disabilities in Monmouth County, NJ. You will support ADLs, help with community activities, and promote independence through skill-building and personal safety training.

Responsibilities include accompanying clients to appointments and documenting ISP outcomes, while maintaining clear communication with supervisors. A dedicated team player with strong empathy is essential.

Qualifications

• Patience and empathy when supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexible to work varied shifts, including days, evenings, and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with ADLs: grooming, cooking, cleaning, personal hygiene.
• Help individuals access and participate in community activities and recreation.
• Accompany individuals to appointments, shopping, or social outings.
• Encourage skills for community engagement (money management, transportation, social interaction).
• Implement and document individualized support plans and ISP outcomes.
• Teach skills promoting independence (cooking, budgeting, personal safety).
• Support communication and self-advocacy efforts.
• Report incidents or changes to supervisor promptly.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Communication

Independence

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Description

About the Role

• We are seeking compassionate and experienced Direct Support Professionals to work with individuals experiencing intellectual disabilities. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while fostering independence and life skills in individuals.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including grooming, cooking, cleaning and personal hygiene.
• Support individuals in accessing and participating in community activities, and recreation.
• Accompany individuals to appointments, shopping, or social outings as needed.
• Encourage skill-building for community engagement (e.g., money management, transportation use, social interaction).
• Implement and document individualized support plans and goals (ISP outcomes).
• Teach and reinforce skills that promote independence, such as cooking, budgeting, and personal safety.
• Support communication and self-advocacy efforts.
• Report any incidents, changes in condition, or concerns to the supervisor promptly.

Requirements

• CPR/First Aid certification
• Authorization to work in the U.S.
• Clearance of background check
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 1 year of healthcare experience

Qualifications & Skills

• Patience, empathy, and a genuine desire to support individuals with intellectual disabilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including days, evenings, and weekend

Location: MonmouthCounty, NJ