Direct Support Professional (Behavior Technician Experience)

DABS, Inc.•Escondido, CA

8d•$26 - $29

About The Position

At DABS, Inc., the Direct Support Professional (DSP)/Personal Attendant provides individualized support to adults with developmental disabilities receiving Supported Living Services. The role focuses on actively supervising individuals to protect their health and safety while occasionally providing hands-on assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) for individuals with complex needs. The DSP provides incidental behavioral prevention and intervention support, works with increased independence, maintains service quality, and helps ensure a stable living environment. The position requires person-centered support in individuals’ homes and communities, implementation of established Behavior Support Plans (BSPs), and accurate reporting and documentation. The role may include accompanying or transporting individuals to appointments and requires the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Employment is contingent on passing a background check and maintaining required clearances and certifications. Full-time and part-time positions are available.

Requirements

2–3 years of experience providing direct support to individuals with developmental disabilities.
Proficiency in implementing Individual Program Plans (IPPs), Individual Service Plans (ISPs), and Behavior Support Plans (BSPs).
Proactive problem-solving skills and the ability to make discretionary decisions that prioritize individual safety and autonomy.
Ability to maintain professional relationships with families and stakeholders.
Ability to maintain high standards of professional ethics, including punctual attendance.
Ability to provide care with empathy, cultural sensitivity, and respect for personal values.
Ability to communicate clearly and document observations accurately.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
Successful completion of a background check.
Tuberculosis (TB) clearance in accordance with California public health guidelines, maintained throughout employment.
Valid CPR/First Aid certification, maintained throughout employment.
Valid California driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of current automobile insurance if the position requires transporting individuals.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience working with individuals with complex behavioral or mental health needs.
Prior training in Safety-Care or crisis intervention, such as CPI or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Provide consistent, person-centered supervision in the individual’s home and community.
Supervise and occasionally provide hands-on assistance with bathing, toileting, dressing, personal hygiene, meal preparation, feeding, light housekeeping, and laundry.
Supervise medication administration when needed.
Accompany and/or transport the individual to medical and personal appointments.
Implement established Behavior Support Plans (BSPs) to prevent and de-escalate outbursts or mental health symptoms.
Apply crisis prevention and intervention techniques, such as Safety-Care or CPI, during severe episodes to ensure immediate safety.
Observe and report changes in health, behavior, and/or environments to the supervisor.
Complete daily logs and progress notes in compliance with DDS, Regional Center, and agency standards.
Participate in interdisciplinary meetings and other activities as needed.