DSP Supported and Independent Living Instructor

Toolworks•San Francisco, CA

About The Position

Toolworks is hiring Community Living Instructors to provide individualized, person-centered support to adults with developmental disabilities through its Supported Living Services (SLS) and Independent Living Services (ILS) programs. In Supported Living, the instructor provides hands-on support and life-skills instruction in clients’ homes and communities, helping people build routines, connect with their communities, and live fulfilling lives on their own terms. The role is available part-time and on-call in San Francisco, San Mateo, and Alameda Counties, with day, evening, overnight sleeping, and weekend shifts. Schedules are adaptable and may be customized to fit availability. The role includes the option to join an after-hours on-call rotation with a stipend. Paid training is provided, and prior DSP or SLS experience is not required. DSPs working in Supported Living must be fully vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19, subject to medical or religious exemptions reviewed by HR. Toolworks provides PPE and free access to COVID testing.

Requirements

Must be able to pass a fingerprint background check.
CPR/First Aid certification is required within 30 days; training is available.
A clean DMV record and auto insurance are required only if transporting clients.
Must be fully vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19 when working in Supported Living, unless an exemption is approved by HR.
Dependability, patience, comfort working independently, and valuing person-centered care are described as attributes for the role.
Openness to joining an after-hours on-call rotation is noted.

Nice To Haves

Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL).
Experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities, autism, mental health needs, or aging-related concerns.
Understanding of Supported Living Services (SLS) or community-based supports.

Responsibilities

Support clients with meal preparation, hygiene, budgeting, shopping, and personal care.
Accompany clients to medical appointments, community activities, and local resources.
Provide travel training and safety-awareness education.
Maintain clean and healthy home environments.
Provide respectful, individualized care aligned with each person’s SLS goals.
Document client progress and report concerns as needed.

Benefits

Fully paid employee medical coverage, subject to eligibility based on scheduled hours.
Fully paid employee dental coverage, subject to eligibility based on scheduled hours.
Vision insurance, subject to eligibility based on scheduled hours.
401(k) with employer contribution, subject to eligibility based on scheduled hours.
12 paid vacation days annually, subject to eligibility based on scheduled hours.
12 paid sick days annually, subject to eligibility based on scheduled hours.
10 paid holidays plus one birthday holiday, subject to eligibility based on scheduled hours.
Tuition reimbursement, subject to eligibility based on scheduled hours.
Employee wellness programs, subject to eligibility based on scheduled hours.
Paid training.
Stipend for the after-hours on-call rotation.