Direct Support Professionals

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 Promoting safety and well-being at all times 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 Bound Brook, Somerset 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. Our approach to services is person-centered, meaning we focus on the individual’s preferences in what they would like out of services.

Seeking a DSP to provide direct support and supervision to an adult male who requires continuous 1:1 supervision. The DSP must be comfortable and experienced in supporting individuals with behavioral and mental health needs, including elopement, verbal and physical aggression, self-injurious behaviors, and emotional outbursts. The DSP will be responsible for implementing behavior support strategies, providing redirection and verbal prompting, and maintaining a structured environment and consistent routine to promote safety and stability. He is verbal and able to communicate his needs; however, he requires support with expressing himself appropriately and managing frustration. Assistance with activities of daily living is also needed, including verbal prompting with showering, grooming, dressing, oral hygiene, and proper toileting hygiene. He requires reminders to slow down while eating and drinking. The DSP will also assist with medication administration, monitor dietary and health-related needs, and provide continuous supervision during all community outings and transportation. The ideal candidate should be patient, attentive, dependable, and comfortable working with an individual who requires a high level of supervision and behavioral support while promoting his dignity, independence, and overall well-being.

SCHEDULE:

Monday -- Friday 9am - 3pm 20-25 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

Employees who meet eligibility requirements may receive:

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