DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL

Jay Nolan Community Services•Los Angeles, CA

12d•$20 - $23

About The Position

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) at Jay Nolan Community Services (JNCS), you help individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities live quality lives with dignity, independence, and choice. You support people in building relationships, living safely in their own homes, and pursuing personal, educational, and career goals. DSPs empower individuals to do things for themselves and live independently, rather than simply doing tasks for them. The role provides one-to-one support in the individual's home and community, including assistance with daily activities, safety, personal goals, and implementation of the individual's Support Plan. A typical workday may include accompanying clients to activities, helping with chores and appointments, planning and scheduling, providing companionship, and connecting clients with friends and loved ones. Schedule: Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM. Location: Sherman Oaks, California. Pay: $20.25–$23.00 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance, on a case-by-case basis.

Nice To Haves

Personal or professional experience working with individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities; preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Provide one-to-one direct support to people with autism and intellectual and/or developmental disabilities to help them achieve the highest possible level of independence.
Act as a mentor and role model for socially acceptable and culturally valued interactions.
Support individuals with behavioral, physical, communication, and other challenges in their homes and communities.
Implement the individual's Support Plan (ISP) as developed.
Assist individuals in maintaining personal safety and well-being.
Support individuals in establishing daily and weekly activity schedules to maximize independence.
Stay up to date with required training and certifications.
Participate hands-on in activities.
Accompany clients to activities such as hobby groups, classes, and the gym.
Support clients with household chores, errands, and medical appointments.
Help clients plan and stay on schedule.
Go on walks with clients around the neighborhood.
Provide companionship and emotional support.
Help clients connect with friends and loved ones, virtually or in person.
Perform wheelchair transfers, if applicable.
Assist with personal hygiene, if applicable.