Direct Support Professional, Day Program

PathPoint • Los Angeles, CA

1d • $23 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

PathPoint is hiring a full-time Direct Support Professional for its ACCESS Day program in the San Fernando Valley, California. The program provides skills training and support for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The role leads in-person, community-based, and virtual classes, helping individuals build skills and independence. The work environment may include indoor and outdoor settings. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. This is an hourly, non-exempt position with a pay range of $21.61–$23.89 per hour and a starting rate of $22.75 per hour; the range may change based on various factors.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Patience, compassion, and the ability to interact positively and constructively with individuals with disabilities, their family members, and others.
• Comfort working indoors and outdoors.
• Valid California driver's license, satisfactory driving record, and eligibility for coverage under PathPoint's auto insurance policy.
• Cultural awareness, ability to collaborate across cultures, and avoidance of biased assumptions based on cultural differences.

Nice To Haves

• Proactive and takes initiative.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Patient, professional, and team-oriented.
• Spanish or ASL bilingual skills may qualify for extra pay if the skill is needed.

Responsibilities

• Teach social and life skills that support greater independence, including communication, mobility, money management, housing, and public transportation.
• Teach vocational skills to help prepare individuals for entry-level employment.
• Supervise individuals during instruction, community outings, and volunteering.
• Build friendly, 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.

What This Job Offers

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