Direct Support Professional, Integrated Work Day Program

PathPoint • Santa Maria, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Direct Support Professionals (DSP) are needed to join the Integrated Work program team in Santa Maria, CA. This is an employment training program that provides skills development and support for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities through a mix of work/volunteer sites, in-person classes, and virtual meetings. As a DSP, you will lead both virtual and in-person groups at outdoor worksites. PathPoint is a nonprofit dedicated to helping people flourish. We partner with children, adults, and families to foster hope, build life skills, access support systems, and form meaningful relationships. We serve communities across Kern, Los Angeles, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Ventura counties.

Requirements

• Patience, compassion, and the ability to interact with individuals with disabilities, their family members, and others in a positive and constructive manner.
• Must have a valid California driver's license with a satisfactory driving record, 5 years of driving experience, 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 is required.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience working with individuals with disabilities, either professionally or personally, is desirable but not required. If you are interested in this opportunity but do not have directly relevant experience, we'd still love to hear from you!

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

• Flexible schedule
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED