Direct Support Professional
- Toms River, NJ, United States
$25 to $30 USD / hour
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Job details
- Pay
- $25 to $30 USD / hour
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
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. Position Overview We are seeking a reliable, energetic, and compassionate Direct Support Professional (DSP) to support an individual living in Ocean 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.
We have various schedules in different areas:
1.Monday 5 Hours. Flexible. 1 Friday a month 5:00pm-9:00pm
- Tuesday's 4 PM
- Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m
- Wednesday 2:00pm
- Wednesday & Thursday-2 hrs wkly
- Weekdays after 2:00pm/ Weekends open
- One day during the week (12P-2P), (1P-3P) or similar timeframes.
- Tues/Thurs 9A-2P
- Tues/Fri 10A-2P or 3P or 12P-5P.
- Days vary due to work schedule. Flexibility needed Mon-Friday (10:30 AM-3:30 PM) up to 3 days per wk.
- Friday 2p-6pm
- Monday to Friday 1:00pm-4:00pm 13.M-F 12:30-3p
- Wed or Frid 12-4p 15.Mon & Wed 9:30A-3:00P
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 Individual’s Goals (Customize Per Posting)
The individual is seeking a DSP who is comfortable with:
Building routines and structure Encouraging independence and participation
Qualifications
Must be 18 years of age or older High School Diploma or equivalent required Valid driver’s license with good driving record 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 10%(after 90-day introductory period) FREE Dental Insurance FREE Vision Insurance FREE Life Insurance Paid Time Off (PTO) 40 hrs per yr Health Insurance (eligibility based on hours worked) Additional benefit details are provided during onboarding. Mileage Reimbursement
Compensation
Starting Pay: $25-30per hour (based on experience and Individualized Service Plan complexity)
ID: 1999622
More about this job
Skills
- Leadership
- Person centred care
- Work independently
- Housekeeping
- Cleaning
- Teaching
- Communication skills
- Valid driver's licence
- Disability care
- Onboarding