Experienced DSP - Ruchoma Persky
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New Jersey
2 open- $19–$24/hr
Toms River, NJ (opens in new tab)
Part Time · Posted 3d ago
- $19–$24/hr
Jackson Township, NJ (opens in new tab)
Part Time · Posted 3d ago
How this pay compares
This posting states $19–$24 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 231 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within 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, opens in a new tab), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab).
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About the job
Experienced DSP
Job Summary
Kindly Direct Care is seeking an experienced Direct Support Professional (DSP) for a part-time, higher-acuity behavioral assignment in Lakewood, NJ. As a valued member of our team, you will provide one-on-one support to an individual with developmental and intellectual disabilities, emphasizing empowerment, independence, and personal growth.
About This Opportunity
We are looking for a reliable and compassionate DSP with strong judgment, relevant direct-care experience, and a willingness to work with individuals with complex support needs. This includes providing behavioral, ADL, and personal care support, as well as following individualized protocols and maintaining accurate service documentation.
Responsibilities
- Provide close one-to-one supervision and safety monitoring
- Provide behavioral, ADL, and personal care support as required
- Follow individualized behavioral, medical, health, and safety protocols within DSP scope and training
- Support communication, routines, community participation, and independence
- Use approved support strategies consistently and calmly
- Recognize and promptly report changes in health, behavior, functioning, or safety
- Respond appropriately to urgent concerns and follow emergency procedures
- Maintain accurate service documentation and dependable communication with the care team
Qualifications
- Prior experience in DSP, CNA, HHA, behavioral health, direct care, complex care, or a similar high-support role is strongly preferred but not required for the right candidate
- Strong reliability, judgment, communication, and ability to follow detailed protocols
- Comfort with the specific support needs reviewed during screening
- Ability to meet the physical requirements of the assignment
- Ability to complete all required training and competency requirements before working independently
Schedule
- 12:30-3:30 PM Monday-Friday
Pay: $19-$24/hour
Location: Lakewood, NJ
Driving on shift: Not required
Join our team at Kindly Direct Care and make a difference in the lives of individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Apply today and take the first step towards a fulfilling career in direct support!
From Kindly Direct Care's job posting for Toms River, NJ, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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