Job Description

Full-Time Evening Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Make Evenings Matter. Help Others Build Confidence, Skills, and Independence.

No prior human services experience? You can still make a meaningful difference—and build a career along the way.

The Arc of Ocean County is looking for caring, dependable individuals to join our Residential Services team as Full-Time Evening Direct Support Professionals. In this role, you'll help adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities enjoy their evenings, take part in activities they value, develop everyday living skills, and feel supported in their homes and communities.

You don't need previous human services experience to get started. With paid training and ongoing support, you'll learn how to provide individualized assistance, encourage personal choice, and contribute to a positive residential environment. As you gain experience, you can also explore opportunities for professional growth, including advancement into Assistant Manager and Group Home Manager positions.

If you're ready to learn new skills, support others, and start building a future in human services, this is an opportunity to begin with purpose.

Your Evening Schedule and Pay

• Employment Type: Full-Time | 40 Hours Per Week
• Shift: 3:00 PM–11:00 PM
• Schedule Requirement: Flexibility to work two weekend days as part of your schedule
• Starting Pay: $20.70 per hour
• Earning Opportunity: Up to $24.70 per hour through shift differentials and overtime
• Pay Schedule: Bi-Weekly

What You'll Bring to Each Evening

Support Daily Routines and Growing Independence

• Assist adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in residential group homes, supervised apartments, and supported living programs.
• Help with personal care, meals, medication, household responsibilities, transportation, and other needs that arise during the evening.
• Encourage individuals to participate in everyday routines and complete tasks to the greatest extent possible on their own.
• Help individuals strengthen practical life skills, build confidence, and develop personal responsibility and independence.

Make Room for Recreation and Community Connections

• Help individuals enjoy recreational activities, shopping, community outings, and other social experiences.
• Encourage progress toward the goals outlined in each individual's individualized service plan.
• Recognize personal achievements and offer positive encouragement as individuals learn and develop new abilities.
• Respect individual preferences and support opportunities to make choices and direct their own daily experiences.

Help Create a Comfortable Place to Call Home

• Contribute to a clean, safe, comfortable, and welcoming residential setting.
• Provide person-centered assistance that protects each individual's dignity and respects their needs.
• Encourage healthy habits and help maintain a home environment grounded in inclusion, respect, and personal growth.
• Promote consistent routines and dependable support so individuals can feel secure and comfortable in their homes.

Communicate, Collaborate, and Follow Established Practices

• Work closely with Residential Services colleagues to maintain consistent support throughout the program.
• Keep supervisors and coworkers informed about individual needs and important updates through effective communication.
• Follow agency policies, medication procedures, and established safety practices.
• Maintain accurate electronic documentation, daily service notes, and other required program records, completing them correctly and on time.

New to the Field? We'll Help You Learn.

Previous human services experience is not required.

The Arc of Ocean County offers paid training and ongoing support to help you develop the knowledge and hands-on skills needed for the Direct Support Professional role. Experience working with individuals with disabilities is welcome, but it is not a requirement.

We're looking for people who demonstrate reliability, professionalism, strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills—and who are willing to learn.

Whether you're entering the workforce, exploring a new career direction, or looking for work that makes a difference, this role gives you an opportunity to develop valuable experience while supporting others.

Build Experience Today. Explore Opportunities Tomorrow.

A position in direct support can be the foundation for continued growth in human services. As you gain experience with Residential Services, you'll have opportunities to strengthen your skills and pursue advancement within The Arc of Ocean County.

Career and earning opportunities include:

• Starting wage of $20.70 per hour
• Opportunity to earn up to $24.70 per hour
• Shift differential and overtime opportunities
• Reliable bi-weekly pay
• Paid Training and Professional Development
• Opportunities to advance into leadership positions, including Assistant Manager and Group Home Manager
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Referral Bonus Program

Requirements

What You'll Need to Get Started

Required

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid New Jersey driver's license in good standing with no more than five (5) motor vehicle points.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.

Preferred

• Demonstrated employment stability, including at least one year with a previous employer, is preferred.

Benefits

Qualifications to Get Started

Required Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid New Jersey driver's license in good standing with no more than five (5) motor vehicle points.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualification

• Demonstrated employment stability, including at least one year with a previous employer, is preferred.

Start a Career That Makes a Difference

You don't have to arrive with years of experience to make a meaningful contribution. Bring your willingness to learn, your commitment to working with others, and your desire to help people build greater independence.

Join The Arc of Ocean County as a Full-Time Evening Direct Support Professional and discover how supporting someone's everyday life can become the beginning of a rewarding career in Residential Services.