Life Skills Coach DSP Actively Hiring

Looking for meaningful work where you can be a mentor, coach, and positive influence? Kindly Direct Care hires Direct Support Professionals to work one-to-one with adults with developmental disabilities throughout New Jersey. Position Overview This role is a strong fit for people who enjoy mentoring, teaching, coaching, recreation, community involvement, or helping another person become more independent. You do not need to think of yourself as a traditional “caregiver” to make an excellent DSP. The right candidate is dependable, encouraging, respectful, and able to build a consistent relationship. What You May Do Spend time in the community participating in recreation, exercise, errands, events, hobbies, volunteering, or other meaningful activities. Coach daily living, social, communication, problem-solving, and independence skills. Help an individual build routines, confidence, self-advocacy, and greater community connection. Support progress toward individualized goals while respecting the person’s choices and preferences. Provide companionship and model appropriate communication and relationships. Assist with daily routines or other support needs depending on the assignment. Maintain safety, follow individualized support instructions, and communicate concerns promptly. Complete required documentation and maintain reliable attendance and communication. Qualifications Warm, reliable, patient, and able to build trust. Strong communication skills and good judgment. Interest or experience in mentoring, coaching, education, recreation, behavioral health, human services, disability services, or caregiving is a plus. Ability to complete required background checks, onboarding, and training. Reliable transportation and driving credentials when required by an assignment. Schedule & Compensation Opportunities vary by location and may include afternoons, evenings, weekends, daytime, part-time, or full-time schedules. Pay varies by assignment and support needs. A recruiter will discuss current opportunities that fit your availability and location. Kindly Direct Care is an equal opportunity employer. Employment and placement are subject to applicable program requirements, background checks, training, and assignment availability. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apploi