Per Diem Direct Support Professional

PathPoint•Northridge, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

PathPoint is hiring a per diem 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 covering topics such as art, music, cooking, and volunteering, and welcomes creative ideas for new curriculum. 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 hourly, non-exempt position starts at $23.25 per hour, with a stated pay range of $21.61–$23.89 per hour, subject to change based on various factors. 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. PathPoint is an equal opportunity employer and offers reasonable accommodations to support successful employment. Pre-employment background checks and health screenings are required only after an offer.

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 both indoors and outdoors.
Valid California driver's license, 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.

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.
Creative and interested in developing new curriculum.
Bilingual Spanish or ASL skills, if needed for the role.

Responsibilities

Teach social and life skills, including communication, mobility, money management, housing, and use of public transportation, to help individuals lead more independent lives.
Teach vocational skills to prepare individuals 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.