# Part-Time Direct Support Professional - Residential Care | Brick/Toms River > The Arc of Ocean County · Brick Township, United States · Part-time · Posted 2026-10-14 **Salary:** USD 20–24 **Workplace:** on_site **Department:** Residential ## Description Start a Meaningful Career in Human Services — No Experience Necessary! Looking for part-time work that offers more than just a paycheck? Build valuable professional skills while helping adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities live more independently. **The Arc of Ocean County** is hiring **Part-Time Direct Support Professionals (DSPs)** for our residential programs in **Brick Township and Toms River, New Jersey**. In this role, you'll provide practical assistance with daily activities, encourage individuals to develop new skills, and support participation in their homes and communities. Whether you're exploring a new career field, looking to gain experience in human services, or seeking a part-time opportunity where your work has a meaningful purpose, this position offers a place to start. **No prior Direct Support Professional experience is required. We provide paid on-the-job training!** Position Overview - **Job Title:** Part-Time Direct Support Professional (DSP) - **Locations:** Brick Township and Toms River, NJ - **Employment Type:** Part-Time - **Hourly Compensation:** **$20.70–$24.70** - **Additional Earnings:** Shift Differential Opportunities - **Overtime:** Opportunities Available - **Pay Frequency:** Bi-Weekly ### Available Work Schedules - **Evening Shifts:** 3:00 PM–11:00 PM - **Overnight Shifts:** 11:00 PM–9:00 AM - **Weekend Shifts:** Daytime and Evening Opportunities **Weekend availability is required for this position.** What Does a Direct Support Professional Do? As a DSP, you'll assist adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in residential homes while encouraging independence, personal choice, and participation in everyday activities. Your responsibilities will include a combination of direct care, skill development, community support, and communication with your residential team. ### Assist With Everyday Living - Provide support with personal hygiene, daily care routines, and other activities of daily living. - Assist with meal preparation, housekeeping, laundry, and maintaining comfortable living spaces. - Administer medications in accordance with established agency procedures and individual requirements. - Encourage individuals to participate in household responsibilities and develop practical daily living skills. - Help maintain a clean, safe, organized, and welcoming residential environment. ### Encourage Independence and Personal Choice - Support individuals in making decisions about their daily activities, preferences, and routines. - Provide assistance based on each person's abilities, individualized goals, and support needs. - Help individuals practice new skills and become more confident completing everyday tasks. - Promote dignity, privacy, personal rights, and respectful interactions. - Respond appropriately to emotional, behavioral, and medical support needs. ### Support Activities Outside the Home - Accompany individuals to medical appointments, shopping trips, recreational activities, and community events. - Assist with participation in volunteer opportunities and other meaningful community experiences. - Encourage social interaction and involvement in activities that reflect individual interests. - Safely transport individuals in agency vehicles when assigned. ### Maintain Communication and Accurate Records - Complete required electronic documentation, including daily service notes, medication records, and program-related reports. - Communicate relevant updates to supervisors, coworkers, families, healthcare professionals, and interdisciplinary team members. - Follow established residential procedures and agency policies. - Help ensure services remain consistent with individual support needs and applicable regulatory requirements. - Work collaboratively with residential employees to provide dependable, person-centered support. A Part-Time Job Where You Can Learn and Grow You don't need a background in healthcare or disability services to begin working as a Direct Support Professional. The Arc of Ocean County provides **paid on-the-job training** to help new employees learn the responsibilities, procedures, and skills involved in residential support. Through this experience, you'll develop abilities in communication, teamwork, problem-solving, personal care, and individualized support. You'll also gain practical experience in the human services field, with opportunities to pursue advancement within Residential Services as your skills and experience develop. ## Requirements What You'll Need - 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**. - Ability to work independently and demonstrate sound judgment in residential situations. - Strong dependability, professionalism, and a respectful approach to supporting others. - Ability to perform the physical duties of the position, including assisting individuals with mobility and completing household responsibilities as needed. - Availability to work required weekend shifts. Preferred Experience - Demonstrated employment stability, including **at least one (1) year with a previous employer, preferred**. **Previous Direct Support Professional experience is not required.** ## Benefits Part-Time Benefits and Employee Opportunities Eligible employees of The Arc of Ocean County have access to benefits and opportunities that support their professional development and financial well-being. Employee Benefits - 401(k) Retirement Plan with Agency Matching - Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay - Employee Referral Bonus Program - Supplemental Benefit Options Training and Career Growth - Paid On-the-Job Training - Career Advancement Opportunities Within Residential Services - Supportive Team Environment - Opportunities to Gain Valuable Human Services Experience Build Experience While Making a Difference Some of the most meaningful accomplishments happen through everyday activities. Helping someone prepare a meal, participate in an outing, complete a personal goal, or become more independent in their daily routine can have a lasting impact. As a **Part-Time Direct Support Professional with The Arc of Ocean County**, you'll contribute to those experiences while developing your own skills and professional experience. **Apply today to join our residential teams in Brick Township or Toms River, NJ, and begin a rewarding part-time opportunity supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.** ## Apply [Apply at The Arc of Ocean County](https://apply.workable.com/the-arc-of-ocean-county/j/5577B920FF/apply) --- Powered by [Workable](https://www.workable.com)