Direct Support Professional

360 Behavioral Health • Long Beach, CA

18d • $19 - $21

About The Position

360 Behavioral Health is hiring a Direct Support Professional to support children and teens with developmental disabilities. The role focuses on helping clients develop happiness, growth, independence, and community involvement through daily support and skill-building. Positions begin part-time at a minimum of 15–20 hours per week, with the opportunity to expand to full-time hours depending on center needs and availability. The schedule is primarily Monday through Friday between 2:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.; weekend availability between 10:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. or 1:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. is also noted, with weekends and night availability considered a plus. Roles are being recruited for Long Beach, Torrance, Gardena, Pico Rivera, and Bellflower, with efforts to match employees with clients near home. Mileage reimbursement is offered when a client is more than 20 miles away. Pay is $19.00–$20.50 per hour, based on experience and education, with an additional $0.50–$2 per hour incentive applicable to certain cases.

The employer offers paid training, structured career pathways, a consistent schedule, center activities and team events, a collaborative workplace culture, and reimbursement for mileage and phone expenses. The posting describes opportunities for professional growth and leadership.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• A genuine love for working with kids.
• Reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

• Weekend and night availability.

Responsibilities

• Help children with daily activities at home and in the community.
• Guide clients in developing social, self-help, and independence skills.
• Support client progress by following behavior plans and helping clients navigate challenges with patience and care.
• Create opportunities for client safety, independence, and community involvement.
• Track progress, share achievements, and keep families connected.
• Show up reliably for clients and collaborate with the team.

Benefits

• Paid training.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Phone expense reimbursement.
• Structured career pathways and opportunities for growth and leadership.
• Consistent schedule.
• Center activities, team-building events, spirit weeks, and friendly competitions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED