Direct Support Professional, Day Program
About The Position
PathPoint is hiring a full-time Direct Support Professional for its Life Skills Plus day program in Simi Valley, California. The program provides skills training and support to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The role leads in-person, community-based, and virtual classes using curriculum that includes art, music, cooking, volunteering, and other activities. PathPoint welcomes creative, compassionate teachers who can contribute ideas for new curriculum. The position is hourly and non-exempt, with a stated pay range of $24.70–$27.30 per hour and a starting rate of $26.00 per hour. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Work may take place in a mix of indoor and outdoor settings. PathPoint is a nonprofit serving communities across Kern, Los Angeles, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Ventura counties. It partners with children, adults, and families to foster hope, build life skills, access support systems, and form meaningful relationships. PathPoint is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and offers reasonable accommodations to support successful employment for people with disabilities.
Requirements
- Demonstrate patience, compassion, and the ability to interact positively and constructively with individuals with disabilities, their family members, and others.
- Be comfortable working indoors and outdoors.
- Have a valid California driver's license, a satisfactory driving record, and eligibility for coverage under PathPoint's auto insurance policy.
- Be culturally aware, collaborate across cultures, acknowledge diverse employee backgrounds, and avoid biased assumptions based on cultural differences.
- Have a high school diploma or GED.
Nice To Haves
- Creative ideas for developing new curriculum.
- Spanish or ASL bilingual skills when needed; additional pay is available for bilingual staff.
Responsibilities
- Teach social and life skills that help individuals live more independently, including communication, mobility, money management, housing, and public transportation.
- Teach vocational skills to help individuals prepare for entry-level employment.
- Supervise individuals during instruction, community outings, and volunteering.
- Build friendly and professional rapport with individuals and serve as a positive role model for work habits, communication, and social skills.
- Prepare weekly schedules, monthly training projections, and written progress reports.
Benefits
- Flexible schedule.
- Mental health day after 60 days and on the first and second anniversaries.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Paid vacation and holidays.
- Paid sick leave.
- 403(b) retirement savings plan with company match.
- Wellness program.
- Employee assistance program.
- Referral bonuses.
- Extra pay for bilingual staff (Spanish or ASL if the skill is needed).
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
