Direct Support Professional (Jewish Community @ Pico-Robertson / The Village)

ETTA • Los Angeles, CA

10d • Onsite

About The Position

ETTA (non-profit / Human Services) is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) for a young man with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities in our Employment Services - Community Integration Department. ETTA is a respected non-profit agency serving the Jewish community in the Los Angeles area. We have provided services and support for individuals on the spectrum, and with other intellectual and developmental disabilities since 1993. We also help their families as one of the premier providers of such services on the West Coast. Our staff works one-on-one with individuals in the I/DD community, engaging, guiding, and inspiring them to increase community involvement, grow their social network, develop opportunities, and achieve their greatest potential and goals.

Requirements

• Must have some professional or personal experience supporting individuals with special needs.
• Must have strong knowledge of Jewish culture and traditions.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must be a licensed driver for a minimum of three years with a clean driving record.
• Must have your own insured vehicle (with your name listed on proof of insurance as an authorized driver).
• Live Scan (DOJ / FBI) background check required.

Nice To Haves

• Seeking male staff (for religious reasons).
• Engaging, friendly, interactive, genuine, positive, and reliable personality.
• Goal of long-term employment.
• Fun, likeable, even unique personality.
• Interested in and involved with the Jewish community and culture.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.
• Engage, guide, and inspire individuals to increase community involvement.
• Help individuals grow their social network.
• Develop opportunities for individuals.
• Assist individuals in achieving their greatest potential and goals.

Benefits

• Paid Training Provided

What This Job Offers

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