Direct Support Professional

360 Behavioral Health • Oxnard, CA

15d

About The Position

360 Behavioral Health is hiring Direct Support Professionals to support children, teens, and adults with developmental disabilities. The role involves helping clients build happiness, growth, independence, and meaningful participation at home and in the community. Positions begin part-time, with a minimum commitment of 15–20 hours per week; full-time hours may become available depending on center needs and employee availability. The hourly pay range is $19.00–$20.50, based on experience and education, with possible additional case incentives of $0.50–$2 per hour. Part-time employees may qualify for a $300 hiring bonus after completing 150 clinical hours within six months, or $600 after completing 300 clinical hours within six months. Schedules are needed Monday through Friday between 10:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m., and on weekends between 10:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.; weekend availability is a plus. Hiring is targeted in Ojai, Oxnard, Ventura, Camarillo, Port Hueneme, and Simi Valley. The organization aims to match employees with clients near their homes and reimburses mileage when a client is more than 20 miles away. The position includes paid training, structured career pathways, a consistent schedule, center activities and team events, and reimbursement for mileage and phone expenses.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Genuine love for working with children.
• Reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

• Weekend availability is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Help clients with daily activities at home and in the community.
• Teach and guide clients in developing social, self-help, and independence skills.
• Support client progress, follow behavior plans, and help clients navigate challenges with patience and care.
• Create opportunities for clients to build safety, independence, and community involvement.
• Track client progress, share achievements, and keep families connected.
• Show up reliably for clients and the team, and participate in training and growth opportunities.

Benefits

• Paid training.
• Structured career pathways and opportunities for growth and leadership.
• Consistent schedule supporting professional and personal life.
• Center activities, team-building events, spirit weeks, and friendly competitions.
• Mileage reimbursement, including when a client is more than 20 miles away.
• Phone expense reimbursement.
• Part-time hiring bonus of $300 after 150 clinical hours within six months or $600 after 300 clinical hours within six months.
• Additional case incentive of $0.50–$2 per hour where applicable.

What This Job Offers

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