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Community Companion DSP

Kindly Direct Care

Job Description

Job Description

Kindly Direct Care is hiring a caring, dependable Direct Support Professional to provide one-to-one support to an adult with developmental disabilities in Metuchen NJ 08840.

About This Opportunity  

This high-functioning 23-year-old individual with autism is looking for a consistent DSP who can provide companionship, help them get out into the community, and encourage greater independence. This is a strong fit for someone who enjoys building genuine relationships and helping another person participate more fully in everyday life. 

What You’ll Do  

  • Provide one-to-one companionship and person-centered support. 

  • Help the individual participate in recreational and community activities, including going to movies, dining out, and exploring new venues and activities within the community.

  • Support errands, appointments, recreation, volunteering, social opportunities, or other community activities as applicable. 

  • Encourage independence, communication, decision-making, self-advocacy, and life skills. 

  • Help the individual work toward goals identified in the service plan. 

  • Provide reminders, routine support, or light assistance as required by the case. 

  • Maintain safety and follow individualized support instructions. 

  • Complete required documentation and communicate reliably with the Kindly team. 

What We’re Looking For  

  • Warm, patient, dependable, and genuinely interested in building a consistent relationship. 

  • Able to reliably work the posted schedule. 

  • Comfortable supporting an adult one-to-one in home and community settings. 

  • Reliable Vehicle required.

  • DSP, mentoring, education, recreation, human services, or caregiving experience is helpful but may not be required for this assignment. 

Schedule: 2/3 days a week 4 hours a day (Very flexible)
Pay: 18-21/hr. 
Location: Metuchen NJ 08840. (Middlesex County)
Driving on shift: REQUIRED

Apply today to speak with our recruiting team about this specific opportunity. Placement is subject to screening, onboarding, training, and mutual fit with the individual/family.

Vacancy posted 21 days ago
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