Direct Support Professional (Behavior Technician Experience)

DABS•Escondido, CA

About The Position

DABS, Inc. provides skills training and supported living services to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Direct Support Professional provides individualized support to adults receiving Supported Living Services, focusing on active supervision to protect their health and safety, with occasional hands-on assistance with Activities of Daily Living for individuals with complex needs. The role also provides incidental behavioral prevention and intervention support, operates with increased independence, helps maintain service quality, and contributes to a stable living environment. The position involves person-centered supervision in individuals’ homes and communities; assistance with personal care and household tasks; medication supervision when needed; transportation or accompaniment to appointments; implementation of established Behavior Support Plans and crisis prevention techniques; observation and reporting; and completion of required records. The role may also participate in interdisciplinary meetings and other activities as needed. Full-time and part-time positions are available. The anticipated pay range is $26.00–$29.00 per hour, paid weekly.

Requirements

2–3 years of experience providing direct support to individuals with developmental disabilities.
Proficiency in implementing Individual Program Plans (IPP), Individual Service Plans (ISP), and Behavior Support Plans (BSP).
Proactive problem-solving skills and ability to make discretionary decisions that prioritize individual safety and autonomy.
Ability to maintain professional relationships with families and stakeholders.
Ability to maintain high standards of professional ethics, including punctual attendance.
Ability to provide care with empathy, cultural sensitivity, and respect for personal values.
Ability to communicate clearly and document observations accurately.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
Successful background check.
Maintain tuberculosis (TB) clearance in accordance with California public health guidelines.
Valid CPR/First Aid certification.
Valid California driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of current automobile insurance if the position requires transporting individuals.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience working with individuals with complex behavioral or mental health needs.
Prior training in Safety-Care or crisis intervention, such as CPI or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Provide consistent, person-centered supervision in the individual’s home and community.
Supervise and occasionally assist with Activities of Daily Living, including bathing, toileting, dressing, personal hygiene, meal preparation, feeding, light housekeeping, and laundry.
Supervise medication administration when needed.
Accompany and/or transport individuals to medical and personal appointments.
Implement established Behavior Support Plans to prevent and de-escalate outbursts or mental health symptoms.
Apply crisis prevention and intervention techniques, such as Safety-Care or CPI, during severe episodes to ensure immediate safety.
Observe and report changes in health, behavior, and/or environments to the supervisor.
Complete daily logs and progress notes in compliance with DDS, Regional Center, and agency standards.
Participate in interdisciplinary meetings and other activities as needed.
Maintain service quality and help ensure a stable living environment.