Direct Support Professional $22 - $25 / Hr

About the position

Are you interested in making a positive impact within the lives of others? Elevate your career and join us in a fulfilling journey at the forefront of the IBS team! We're on the mission to create meaningful changes in the lives of individuals who are on the autism spectrum and have other mental and behavioral conditions working 1:1 in home setting. If you have experience working as a caregiver, DSP, mental health tech, come join our department. We provide comprehensive training to ensure you are equipped for success. Whether you are mid-level or experienced, come join the Los Angeles Behavioral Team as a Behavior Technician where opportunities of growth are endless.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one behavior intervention services to individuals with behavioral challenges
• Assist with daily program activities in the areas of self-help, communication, social, cognitive, motor and behavior and crisis intervention
• Assist client with personal care activities including bathing, oral hygiene, preparation and feeding of meals, dressing and undressing, ambulation and other activities as needed
• Collect and document data of the behaviors and goals outlined in the Behavior Support Plan

Requirements

• Passion for working with individuals with special needs
• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Previous experience working in an educational or healthcare setting preferred
• At least one year of experience working with children/adults with special needs who display challenging or aggressive behaviors
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Minimum of one (1) year relevant experience preferred

Nice-to-haves

• CPI Certification preferred
• RBT preferred

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Flexible scheduling - part time and full time positions
• College Partnership programs & opportunities for continuing education
• Ongoing supervision from a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)