Direct Support Professional - Entry Level

Alls Well•Pasadena, CA

6d•$18 - $21

About The Position

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) Internship is designed to introduce career opportunities in direct support and provide the skills needed to deliver high-quality services that empower people to live their best lives. As a DSP Intern, you will learn about the role and perform entry-level duties under a qualified DSP for up to three months and up to 30 hours per week. Duties are tailored to each person supported and may include empowerment, communication, community networking, service facilitation, community living skills, education and training, advocacy, vocational and career support, organizational participation, documentation, relationship-building, person-centered support, and assistance with health, wellness, and daily tasks. DSPs recognize each person’s gifts, preferences, and needs; partner with them in informed decisions and everyday choices; and use relevant competencies and values, including the NADSP Code of Ethics, to guide their work. They continue developing their professional abilities through in-service and self-directed learning. The role includes mentoring and facilitating, informing people about their responsibilities, advocating for their valued place in society, promoting meaningful relationships and community inclusion, respecting privacy, and supporting physical and emotional well-being. The stated pay is $18.47 per hour, with possible conversion to $19.50–$21 per hour. Pay is weekly, and incentives are offered. Shift openings are available Monday through Sunday, 6:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.

Requirements

Must be 18 years or older.
Must have a high school diploma or equivalent, or a Certificate of Completion.
Must have a driver's license.
Must pass a background check and required health screenings.

Responsibilities

Learn about the DSP role and perform entry-level duties under a qualified DSP for up to three months and up to 30 hours per week.
Support participant empowerment and communication.
Support community and service networking and facilitate services.
Provide community living skills and supports.
Support education, training, self-development, and advocacy.
Provide vocational, educational, and career support.
Support organizational participation and complete documentation.
Help build and maintain healthy friendships and other relationships.
Keep support person-centered and assist with health, wellness, and daily tasks as needed.
Partner with people supported in making informed decisions and everyday choices about finances, well-being, relationships, and employment.
Use relevant competencies and values, including the NADSP Code of Ethics, to guide work and provide quality services.
Continue professional development through in-service and self-directed education and training.
Serve as a mentor and facilitator, inform people of their responsibilities, and advocate for their valued role in society.
Promote meaningful relationships, integration, and inclusion in the community.
Respect the privacy of people supported and promote their physical and emotional well-being.