Community Activities & Daily Living DSP - Helena Gross
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This posting states $17–$21 an hour. Open direct support professional jobs in New Jersey post a median of $20.50 an hour, the middle half $19.50–$21.50, across 232 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post. Direct support professionals employed in New Jersey earn a median of $17.83 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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About the job
Kindly Direct Care is hiring a part-time Direct Support Professional for a one-to-one opportunity in Toms River, NJ.
About This Opportunity
This can be a great fit for a college student, educator, human-services professional, caregiver, or someone looking for meaningful part-time work. We’re looking for someone who is patient, gentle, dependable, and supportive, and who enjoys helping another person feel comfortable and included in everyday activities.
Consistency matters: although the hours may be limited, the individual and family rely on the DSP to keep the agreed schedule. A reliable, caring presence can make a meaningful difference.
What You’ll Do
- Support an adult with developmental disabilities at home and/or in the community.
- Provide companionship, community support, and assist with personal care and daily routines as needed, following the individual’s support plan.
- Encourage independence, social connection, and progress toward personal goals through activities such as crafts, meal preparation, and community outings
- Assist with routines and activities based on the individual’s needs and preferences.
- Help maintain a safe, comfortable, and respectful environment by following individualized support instructions.
- Complete required documentation after each service and communicate reliably with the Kindly team.
- Bring patience, gentleness, dependability, and a supportive attitude to each shift. Consistency matters to the individual and family.
Qualifications
- Able to consistently commit to the exact posted schedule.
- Dependable, respectful, patient, and comfortable working one-to-one.
- Experience preferred but not required
- Driving required
- Able to complete required onboarding, background checks, and training.
Schedule: TBD
Pay: $17-$21/hour
Location: Toms River, NJ
Driving on shift: Required
Please review the schedule carefully before applying. Qualified candidates will be contacted to discuss this specific opportunity.
From Kindly Direct Care's job posting, checked 4 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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