Care Companion for Adult with Disability

Help Others Live Life to the Fullest

Looking for meaningful work where every day is different?

Kindly is seeking compassionate, dependable, and energetic Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to provide one-on-one support an adult with ASD or another disability who enjoys staying active, exploring their community, and building meaningful connections.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with people, values relationship-building, and likes being out in the community. You'll provide encouragement, companionship, and individualized support while helping each person participate in activities they enjoy and work toward their personal goals.

About Kindly

At Kindly, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful, independent, and fulfilling life.

We provide personalized support services to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities throughout New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Our mission is to help individuals build independence, strengthen community connections, and thrive on their own terms.

What You'll Do

As a Direct Support Professional, you'll provide one-on-one support tailored to each individual's interests, strengths, and goals.

Responsibilities include

Community Engagement

• Accompany individuals to community activities, restaurants, shopping, parks, movies, recreational programs, and local events.
• Encourage participation in hobbies, fitness, and social opportunities.
• Support the development of friendships and community connections.
• Help individuals build confidence and independence while participating in everyday activities.
• Daily Support
• Assist with planning daily activities and maintaining routines.
• Provide guidance with organization, time management, and goal setting.
• Assist with transportation to approved activities and appointments.
• Support daily living skills as needed while encouraging independence.

Documentation & Communication

• Complete accurate service documentation.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, families, and other members of the support team.
• Follow individualized support plans and agency policies.
• Attend required trainings and meetings.

Who We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is

• Patient, dependable, and compassionate.
• Positive, engaging, and enjoys working with people.
• Organized and able to adapt to changing situations.
• Comfortable encouraging independence while providing appropriate support.
• Able to build trusting, professional relationships.
• Reliable and able to work independently.

Experience working with individuals with ADHD, intellectual or developmental disabilities, education, recreation, behavioral health, or human services is a plus - but not required.

We'll provide the training and support you need to succeed.

Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to pass required background checks.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to complete required paid training.

Preferred

• Experience in caregiving, education, behavioral health, recreation, coaching, or human services.
• CPR and First Aid certification.
• Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

Why Join Kindly?

At Kindly, we believe great support starts with great people. We invest in our team by offering:

• Competitive pay.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Supportive leadership.
• Opportunities for career advancement.
• Meaningful work that makes a lasting impact.

Join Our Team

If you enjoy building relationships, supporting others in reaching their goals, and helping people stay connected to their communities, we'd love to hear from you.

Join Kindly and help create opportunities for adults to live more independent, active, and fulfilling lives.

Job Types: Full-Time, Part-Time Opportunities

Work Location: Community-Based / In Person