One-to-One Community Companion & Mentor DSP

Kindly Direct Care; Netcong (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Kindly Direct Care in Budd Lake, NJ is seeking a Direct Support Professional to provide one-to-one support for a 22-year-old woman with autism who is nonverbal. You’ll help with communication, meals, and daily routines in home and community settings, building a caring, mentor-like connection to foster independence.

The role emphasizes safety, attentiveness to seizure management and care guidelines, and consistent scheduling Monday–Friday 3:00–7:00 PM with weekend shifts.

Qualifications

• Warm, patient and dependable care style.
• Ability to provide one-to-one support in home and community settings.
• Experience aiding adults with developmental disabilities is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one companionship and person-centered support.
• Help the individual participate in community outings.
• Support errands, appointments, recreation, volunteering, social opportunities, or other community activities as applicable.
• Encourage independence, communication, decision-making, self-advocacy, and life skills.
• Help the individual work toward goals identified in the service plan.
• Provide reminders, routine support, or light assistance as required by the case.
• Maintain safety and follow individualized support instructions.
• Complete required documentation and communicate reliably with the Kindly team.

Skills

Compassionate demeanor

Reliable schedule adherence

In-home care experience

Communication support

Job description

Kindly Direct Care in Budd Lake, NJ is seeking a Direct Support Professional to provide one-to-one support for a 22-year-old woman with autism who is nonverbal. You’ll help with communication, meals, and daily routines in home and community settings, building a caring, mentor-like connection to foster independence.

The role emphasizes safety, attentiveness to seizure management and care guidelines, and consistent scheduling Monday–Friday 3:00–7:00 PM with weekend shifts.