Family & Friends Becoming Direct Support Professionals!
- Nadia Jonson
- Jul 7
- 2 min read
We are an approved provider, wanting to assist families in providing the ability to become a certified Direct Support Professional (DSP) in the state of New Jersey. Please share this email with any and all families you feel may be interested.
We service the following counties in Community Based Supports and Individual Supports: Hudson, Essex, Morris, Sussex, Warren, and Hunterdon.
Flexible Scheduling
Family/friend DSPs can often accommodate non-traditional hours and adapt quickly to changing needs, providing more responsive and personalized scheduling that suits their needs as well as the individual.
No need to pay for a First Aid/CPR Certificate, Shore Direct Care, LLC has your back!
Are you a family member or friend looking for work?
Hiring family/friends as Direct Support Professionals offers unique advantages. People close to you already understand your needs, preferences, and daily routines. This familiarity creates a foundation of trust and comfort that enhances the quality of care. Family/friends are deeply invested in your wellbeing and can provide personalized support that feels natural and dignified.
In New Jersey, hiring a family member or friend as a DSP allows your loved one to receive quality care from someone they trust while ensuring continuity and personalized support.
Never done training before? Shore Direct Care can assist you through the entire process! We have certified training staff! They follow DDD training criteria, as well as yearly training requirements.
When family members or friends serve as Direct Support Professionals, care recipients experience profound emotional benefits. The familiar presence of a loved one reduces anxiety, builds trust, and creates a sense of security that strangers simply cannot replicate. Studies show that individuals receiving care from family members and friends report higher satisfaction, improved mental health, and greater overall quality of life.
In New Jersey, most family members and friends can be hired as Direct Support Professionals, including parents, siblings, adult children, extended family, and friends. They must be at least 18 years old, pass background checks, drug test, have a high school diploma, and meet all state training requirements.
Family members and friends must demonstrate a strong dedication to the well-being and empowerment of the individual they support. Additionally, they should possess excellent communication skills, patience, and a compassionate understanding of the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities. By meeting these criteria, family members/friends can play a crucial role in enhancing the quality of life for their loved ones, while also fostering a supportive and nurturing environment.
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