Direct Support Professional - LSP Thousand Oaks

PathPoint•Thousand Oaks, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

PathPoint is hiring a full-time Direct Support Professional for its Life Skills Plus day program in Thousand Oaks, California. The program provides skills training and support for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The DSP leads in-person, community-based, and virtual classes covering topics such as art, music, cooking, and volunteering, and may contribute ideas for new curriculum. The role is hourly and non-exempt, with a stated pay range of $24.70–$27.30 per hour and a starting rate of $26.00 per hour. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Work may take place in a mix of indoor and outdoor settings. PathPoint is a nonprofit that partners with children, adults, and families to foster hope, build life skills, access support systems, and form meaningful relationships. It serves communities across Kern, Los Angeles, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Ventura counties.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Creative ideas for developing new curriculum.
Spanish or American Sign Language skills, when needed, may qualify for extra pay.

Responsibilities

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