Direct Support Professional, Day Program
About The Position
PathPoint is seeking full-time Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to join their Life Skills Plus day program in Simi Valley, CA. This program offers skills training and support for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. As a DSP, you will lead in-person, community-based, and virtual classes covering various subjects like art, music, cooking, and volunteering. The role encourages creativity and welcomes new curriculum ideas from staff. PathPoint is a nonprofit organization focused on helping individuals flourish by fostering hope, building life skills, providing support systems, and encouraging meaningful relationships across several California counties.
Requirements
- Patience, compassion, and the ability to interact with individuals with disabilities, their family members, and others in a positive and constructive manner.
- Comfortable working both indoors and outdoors.
- Must have a valid California driver's license with a satisfactory driving record and be eligible for coverage on PathPoint's auto insurance policy.
- Culturally aware, acknowledges diverse employee backgrounds, possesses skills to collaborate across cultures, and avoids biased assumptions based on cultural differences.
- High school diploma or GED required
Nice To Haves
- Extra pay for bilingual staff (Spanish or ASL if the skill is needed)
Responsibilities
- Teach individuals social/life skills to help them lead more independent lives, including communication skills, mobility, money management, housing, and public transportation.
- Teach individuals vocational skills to help prepare them for entry-level employment.
- Supervise individuals during hours of instruction and on community outings and volunteering.
- Build friendly and professional rapport with individuals and act as a positive role model for work habits, communication skills, and social skills.
- Prepare weekly schedules, monthly training projections, and written progress reports.
Benefits
- Mental health day after 60 days and on 1st and 2nd 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
