Direct Support Professional (DSP)

DABS•Anaheim, CA

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About The Position

DABS, Inc. provides skills training and supported living services to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Direct Support Professional (DSP)/Personal Attendant provides individualized support to adults receiving Supported Living Services. The role focuses on active supervision to protect individuals’ health and safety, with occasional hands-on assistance with activities of daily living. The position requires care grounded in empathy, cultural sensitivity, respect for personal values, and professional ethics. Employment is contingent on passing a background check and maintaining required clearances and certifications.

Requirements

0–3 years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.
Ability to maintain professional relationships with families and stakeholders.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and implement established care plans.
Ability to maintain 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 essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Successfully pass a background check.
Maintain tuberculosis (TB) clearance in accordance with California public health guidelines.
Maintain valid CPR/First Aid certification.
If the position requires transporting individuals: valid California driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of current automobile insurance.
Ability to stand, walk, and assist individuals with mobility as needed.
Ability to lift up to 25–40 pounds if required.
Ability to travel within the community.

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 and feeding, light housekeeping, and laundry.
Supervise medication administration when needed.
Accompany and/or transport individuals to medical and personal appointments.
Observe and report changes in health, behavior, and environments to the supervisor.
Complete daily logs and progress notes in accordance with DDS, Regional Center, and agency standards.
Participate in interdisciplinary meetings and other activities as needed.