Direct Support Professionals
Listed on 2026-10-18
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Social Work
Home Care, Community Support Services
Are you passionate about helping others live meaningful, independent lives?
Are you looking for a role with growth opportunities and supportive leadership?
Royal Community Support may be the right fit for you.
We provide one‑on‑one support to adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities in their private homes and throughout their community. Our focus is person‑centered care, skill‑building, and meaningful engagement.
Royal Community Support believes that disability is not a limitation, but a part of human diversity. We are committed to promoting dignity, independence, and inclusion for the individuals we serve.
Responsibilities- Assisting with daily living skills (bathing, dressing, grooming as needed)
- Supporting housekeeping tasks (laundry, dishes, tidying, light cleaning)
- Preparing meals according to dietary needs
- Teaching and reinforcing independent living skills
- Following individualized service plans and behavior support strategies
- Providing transportation to appointments and community activities
- Encouraging participation in social and recreational activities
- Promoting safety and well‑being at all times
- Maintaining professional communication with guardians and agency staff
- Building routines and structure
- Encouraging independence and participation
We are seeking a reliable, energetic, and compassionate Direct Support Professional (DSP) to support an individual living in Hackensack, Bergen County, NJ. This is a community‑based position. The DSP will provide support in the individual’s place of employment. The ideal candidate is self‑motivated, patient, professional, and comfortable working independently in a one‑on‑one setting.
Seeking a DSP to support her with daily living skills, decision‑making, and community integration while maintaining her independence. She lives in her own apartment, manages her medications independently, uses public transportation, and completes most personal care tasks on her own. She benefits from reminders with household chores and laundry, as well as support with grocery shopping, food choices, and making decisions.
Might have difficulty expressing herself or interpreting social cues, making her vulnerable in certain social situations. She benefits from patience, clear communication, and guidance when navigating social interactions and unfamiliar situations.
Tuesdays and Thursdays
4:00pm - 6:00pm or 4:00pm - 7:00pm
6 hour shift
6 hours total a week
Qualifications- Must be 18 years of age or older
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Valid driver’s license with good driving record
- Reliable personal vehicle (community-based support required)
- Ability to pass background checks and drug screening
- Authorized to work legally in the United States
- Person-centered mindset
- Professional and positive attitude
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to work independently
- Respectful and open‑minded approach to disability support
- 401(k) with company match (after 90‑day introductory period)
- FREE Dental Insurance
- FREE Vision Insurance
- FREE Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Health Insurance (eligibility based on hours worked)
- Additional benefit details are provided during onboarding.
- Starting Pay: $22–$28 per hour (based on experience and Individualized Service Plan complexity)
- Part‑time position
- In‑person support
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