Parttime Direct Support Professional - Helena Gross
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About the job
Parttime Direct Support Professional - Helena Gross
Are you a compassionate and patient individual looking for a part-time opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the life of an adult with developmental disabilities? Kindly Direct Care is seeking a Parttime Direct Support Professional to join our team in Toms River, New Jersey.
About This Opportunity
As a Parttime Direct Support Professional, you will have the chance to provide one-to-one support to an amazing individual, helping them to live their best life. This is a fantastic opportunity 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.
What You'll Do
- 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
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, Pay, and Location
- Schedule: TBD
- Pay: $17-$21/hour
- Location: Toms River, NJ
- Driving on shift: Required
About Kindly Direct Care
Kindly Direct Care is a New Jersey preferred DDD agency focused on empowering adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Our team of kind, compassionate, optimistic DSP's understand the power of possibilities, not limitations. Our mission is to provide one-on-one support to individuals with disabilities in order to address vital aspects of their daily lives while nurturing the vital spark of empowered independence they deserve. Join us in changing lives.
If you are a motivated and compassionate individual looking for a part-time opportunity to make a difference, please review the schedule carefully and apply today!
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