Direct Support Professional

360 Behavioral Health • Santa Maria, CA

18d • $19 - $21

About The Position

360 Behavioral Health is hiring Direct Support Professionals to support children and teens with developmental disabilities. The role focuses on helping clients develop happiness, growth, and independence through daily support, skill-building, and participation in home and community activities. The position begins part-time, with a minimum commitment of 15–20 hours per week; opportunities to expand to full-time hours depend on center needs and the employee’s availability. The schedule is Monday–Saturday or Sunday–Friday, from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. Positions are available in Santa Maria and Lompoc. Pay is $19.00–$20.50 per hour based on experience and education, with an additional $0.50–$2 per hour incentive for applicable cases. The employer provides paid training, structured career pathways, a consistent schedule, team activities, and reimbursement for mileage and phone expenses.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

• Help children with daily activities at home and in the community.
• Teach and 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 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.
• Team-building events, center activities, spirit weeks, and friendly competitions.
• Reimbursement for mileage and phone expenses.
• Additional incentive of $0.50 to $2 per hour for applicable cases.

What This Job Offers

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