Direct Support Professional (Support Worker) Part-Time

Part-Time Work That Matters

At Community Access Unlimited (CAU), we help adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) live as independently as possible, in homes of their own and as part of their communities.

We're looking for caring, dependable people to join our team as part-time Direct Support Professionals (DSPs). You'll help the people we serve with daily routines, build their independence, and make sure every day at home is safe and positive.

Position at a Glance

Title: DSP Support Worker

Location: Union County, NJ

Pay: $20.57 per hour

Schedule: Part-time shifts available, including days, evenings, overnights, and weekends

What You'll Do

• Get to know the people you support and build trusting, supportive relationships.
• Help with daily living, including personal care, bathing, and hygiene.
• Support grocery shopping, menu planning, and cooking.
• Drive people to medical appointments, work, recreation, and community events.
• Help plan and join social activities.
• Keep the home safe, clean, and organized, including taking part in fire drills.
• Complete required daily notes and paperwork accurately.
• Share updates with supervisors and families, and help resolve concerns.
• Attend required trainings and staff meetings.
• Take on other duties as needed to support the people we serve.

What You Bring

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid Basic Driver's license with a clean driving record and car to use for work purposes.
• Experience supporting people with developmental disabilities is a plus, but not required.
• Ability to lift and help with physical tasks safely.
• Patience, empathy, and good communication skills.
• Availability for required trainings, which may fall outside your regular hours.
• Ability to pass required background checks, including fingerprinting.

Why Join CAU

Since 1979, Community Access Unlimited has helped adults with disabilities and young people at risk across New Jersey live full, independent lives. Today we support more than 5,000 individuals, and we're still growing.

• Purpose You Can See. You'll see the difference you make every shift, in the skills people build and the goals they reach.
• A Mission-Driven Culture. We put the people we serve first, which means we value inclusion, choice, independence, and self-advocacy.
• Room to Grow. Paid training, tuition assistance, and a tuition discount at Kean University (if eligible) help you build your career here.
• Flexible, Supportive Work. Paid orientation, ongoing paid training, and part-time shifts that fit your life.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're looking for meaningful part-time work that fits your schedule, apply today.

Our organization is committed to diversity, equal opportunity, and affirmative action. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We are committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.