Experienced Direct Support Professional - Michael Guariglia

Kindly Direct Care is seeking an experienced Direct Support Professional for a higher-acuity one-to-one assignment in Monmouth County

About This Opportunity 

Seeking a patient, companion-like DSP for a 31-year-old blind individul with limited verbal communication. He enjoys getting out in the community and is friendly and easygoing. DSP will pick him up from his day program Monday–Friday at around 2:30 PM. Experience working with individuals who are blind is preferred. Must be comfortable with 2 large dogs in the home. The assignment rate reflects the complexity and expectations of this specific case. 

Responsibilities May Include 

• Provide close one-to-one supervision and safety monitoring.

• Provide support as required.

• Follow individualized behavioral, medical, health, and safety protocols within DSP scope and training.

• Support communication, routines, community participation, and independence.

• Use approved support strategies consistently and calmly.

• Recognize and promptly report changes in health, behavior, functioning, or safety.

• Respond appropriately to urgent concerns and follow emergency procedures.

• Maintain accurate service documentation and dependable communication with the care team.

Qualifications 

• Prior experience in DSP, CNA, HHA, behavioral health, direct care, complex care, or a similar high-support role PREFERRED.

• Strong reliability, judgment, communication, and ability to follow detailed protocols.

• Comfort with the specific support needs reviewed during screening.

• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the assignment.

• Driving required.

• Ability to complete all required training and competency requirements before working independently.

Schedule: Sundays 11:00AM - 3:00PM & Monday - Friday 2:30PM- 6:00PM
Pay: 22 - 24/hr.
Location: Aberdeen NJ, 07747
Driving on shift: REQUIRED

Please apply only if you can reliably commit to the posted schedule and are comfortable with the level of support described. A recruiter will review the case expectations with qualified applicants before onboarding proceeds.