One-to-One Community Support Specialist

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

Job summary

Kindly Direct Care is seeking a Direct Support Professional to provide one-to-one companionship and person-centered support for an adult with developmental disabilities in Union, NJ. The role focuses on reliability, building a consistent relationship, and assisting with daily activities at home and in the community.

Schedule: Tuesday and Thursday, 4 pm – 6 pm, with potential for more hours. Location: Cranford, NJ. Driving on shift is required. Pay: $17–$21/hr.

Qualifications

• Warm, patient, and dependable.
• Genuine interest in building a consistent relationship.
• Ability to reliably work the posted schedule.
• Comfortable providing one-to-one support in home and community settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one companionship and person-centered support.
• Help the individual participate in Community Based and In Home Supports.
• Support errands, appointments, recreation, volunteering, social opportunities, or other community activities.
• Encourage independence, communication, decision-making, self-advocacy, and life skills.
• 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

Companionship

Reliability

Patience

In-home support

Community engagement

Job description

Kindly Direct Care is seeking a Direct Support Professional to provide one-to-one companionship and person-centered support for an adult with developmental disabilities in Union, NJ. The role focuses on reliability, building a consistent relationship, and assisting with daily activities at home and in the community.

Schedule: Tuesday and Thursday, 4 pm – 6 pm, with potential for more hours. Location: Cranford, NJ. Driving on shift is required. Pay: $17–$21/hr.