PAI N. Los Angeles

PEOPLE CREATING SUCCESS • Los Angeles, CA

7h

About The Position

People Creating Success (PCS) is hiring a Direct Support Professional / Personal Attendant to support adults with developmental disabilities in its supported living service program in the San Fernando Valley, North Los Angeles, and surrounding areas. The role focuses on building genuine relationships, supporting participants’ independence and personal goals, and helping them explore interests and engage with their communities. Shifts are overnight, from 11 PM to 7 AM. The position is part-time and pays $20.25 per hour. Mileage reimbursement and a $10 monthly cell phone stipend are offered.

PCS has provided services to adults with developmental disabilities in California for over 20 years. Its mission is to help individuals pursue career, educational, and life goals.

Requirements

• Compassion and a person-centered mindset.
• Ability to communicate with dignity and respect, especially during challenging moments.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Responsibility and ability to assist with tracking progress toward goals.

Nice To Haves

• Weekend availability.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification; training will be provided if the candidate is not certified or needs recertification.

Responsibilities

• Support participants with daily living skills, including cleaning, cooking, and budgeting.
• Encourage and model independence, hobbies, and social activities.
• Help participants access and participate in community activities.
• Assist with personal care, including medication support, hygiene, and bathing; lifting or transferring may be required.
• Collaborate on person-centered care planning with participants.
• Keep records of progress on care plans.
• Support individuals through heightened emotional responses, complex behaviors, and sensory overload using proactive redirection and calming techniques.
• Recognize early signs of stress or escalation and guide individuals through personalized self-regulation strategies.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and detailed shift logs and progress notes.

Benefits

• Mileage reimbursement.
• $10 monthly cell phone stipend.
• Health care benefits and paid time off are available if transitioning to full-time employment.
• Discounts on pet insurance.
• CalSavers retirement plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed