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Kindly Direct Care

Community Companion

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $18–$21/hr

Posted: 1 week ago

Location: Metuchen, NJ (Onsite)

Last Updated: 3 days ago

Hours: Part-Time

Expires: 10/1/2026

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A Recreational Therapist directs and coordinates recreational activities for people with disabilities or illness to help them improve their emotional and physical well-being, improve motor skills and increase confidence. Leads activities involving movement, sports, games, and other activities for brain stimulation. Assists patients with disabilities to learn to use public resources such as parks and public transportation, and integrate in the community. Works with people of all ages, in schools, nursing homes, clinics and other healthcare facilities, or in parks and recreation departments.

$68,859 / year median in New Jersey

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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

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