Priority Group Services NJ provides professional DSP support, community integration, and comprehensive care coordination for adults with developmental disabilities across Essex, Hudson, Union, and Middlesex counties.
We provide a comprehensive range of services under the NJ DDD Supports Program (Waiver 46), designed to support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in living, working, and thriving in their communities.
Trained, background-checked DSPs providing daily living assistance, personal care, skill-building, and community participation support.
Individualized support to access community activities, develop social relationships, and participate in recreational and cultural opportunities.
Personal care, meal preparation, household management, medication support, and safety monitoring in the client's home.
Job readiness coaching, employment navigation, supported employment integration, and on-the-job support for adults seeking meaningful work.
Dedicated Support Coordinators help clients navigate the DDD system, develop ISPs, and connect to all available services and community resources.
Building independence through community engagement — shopping, transportation, social activities, and civic participation.
Planned and emergency respite care for family caregivers — short-term relief to prevent caregiver burnout.
Full iRecord compliance, EVV documentation, and real-time progress notes — transparent reporting for families and support coordinators.
We currently serve clients and families in the following counties, with ongoing expansion planned.
Not in our current area? Call us — we'll let you know when we expand to your county.
The NJ Division of Developmental Disabilities serves adults (21+) with qualifying intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Intellectual disability, autism spectrum disorder, cerebral palsy, spina bifida, prader-willi syndrome, or other qualifying IDD conditions — diagnosed before age 22.
DDD adult services begin at age 21. If your family member is transitioning from school-based services, now is the time to begin the DDD enrollment process.
Must be a New Jersey resident. No income eligibility requirement for DDD services under the Supports Program.
Client must be enrolled with the NJ Division of Developmental Disabilities and have an active ISP (Individual Support Plan). We help families navigate the enrollment process.
Are you a Support Coordinator or SCA (Support Coordination Agency) in Essex, Hudson, Union, or Middlesex county? We actively partner with SCs to ensure clients receive consistent, high-quality DSP services. Our team responds to referrals within 24 hours, maintains full iRecord documentation, and provides regular progress updates. Call us or email to establish a referral relationship.
Whether you're a family member navigating DDD for the first time, or an experienced SC looking for a reliable DSP provider — we're here to help.
Whether you're a family member, guardian, or Support Coordinator — fill out this form and our NJ team will reach out within 2 business hours.
Our intake team is available Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM. Fill out the form below or call us directly.
The NJ Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) Supports Program (Waiver 46) provides Medicaid-funded services to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in New Jersey. Services include Direct Support Professional (DSP) staffing, community integration, employment support, and in-home support. Priority Group Services NJ is a licensed DDD provider serving Essex, Hudson, Bergen, Union, and Middlesex counties. Call (201) 305-0936.
To access NJ DDD services: 1) Confirm Medicaid eligibility, 2) Contact NJ DDD at (609) 631-2400 or your support coordinator, 3) Request a needs assessment, 4) Develop an Individual Service Plan (ISP), 5) Select a licensed provider like Priority Group Services NJ. Call our NJ team at (201) 305-0936 — we guide families through every step.
A Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides one-on-one support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. DSPs help with daily living activities, community participation, skill-building, personal care, and employment readiness. Priority Group Services NJ employs trained, compassionate DSPs across North Jersey. We are also hiring DSPs — call (201) 305-0936.
Priority Group Services NJ serves individuals in NJ DDD across Essex County (Newark, Irvington, East Orange), Hudson County (Jersey City, Bayonne, Hoboken), Bergen County (Hackensack, Fort Lee), Union County (Elizabeth, Plainfield), and Middlesex County (New Brunswick, Perth Amboy). Call (201) 305-0936 to confirm availability in your area.
NJ DDD does maintain a waiting list for some services. However, individuals with immediate needs or those transitioning from institutional care may receive expedited placement. Priority Group Services NJ can help you navigate the process. Contact us at (201) 305-0936 or nj@prioritygroupsnj.org — we respond within 2 business hours.
NJ DDD Reference
Understanding the language of New Jersey’s Division of Developmental Disabilities helps families navigate the system with confidence.
NJ DDD’s official electronic visit verification (EVV) and documentation platform. All DSPs must use iRecord to clock in/out and document daily supports. Priority Group Services NJ is fully iRecord compliant.
New Jersey’s primary Medicaid Home and Community-Based Services waiver for adults with developmental disabilities. Also called the “Supports Program,” Waiver 46 funds services such as Community-Based Supports, Supported Employment, and Day Habilitation.
Managed Long Term Services and Supports. NJ’s managed care program that coordinates Medicaid benefits for individuals needing long-term services. MLTSS integrates DDD services, personal care, and community supports into one coordinated plan.
The formal plan developed with each individual, their family, and their Support Coordinator that outlines their goals, the services they’ll receive, and how supports will be delivered. All DDD services must align with the ISP.
Division of Medical Assistance and Health Services — the NJ agency that administers Medicaid, including the Waiver 46 Supports Program. DMAHS oversees billing, eligibility verification, and managed care plan authorization for DDD services.
The Elizabeth M. Boggs Center on Developmental Disabilities at Rutgers University. New Jersey’s University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD). The Boggs Center provides training, research, and technical assistance to DSPs and providers across NJ.
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