DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL

Jay Nolan Community Services•Los Angeles, CA

16h•$20 - $23

About The Position

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) at Jay Nolan Community Services (JNCS), you provide individualized, one-to-one support to people with autism and other intellectual and developmental disabilities. The role helps individuals live with dignity, independence, and choice; build relationships; stay safe in their homes; and pursue personal, educational, and career goals. DSPs empower people to do things for themselves rather than doing tasks for them, supporting them to live independently and fulfilled lives. The work takes place in individuals’ homes and communities and may include accompanying clients to activities, supporting household chores and errands, attending medical appointments, helping with schedules, providing companionship and emotional support, connecting with friends and loved ones, and assisting with wheelchair transfers or personal hygiene when applicable. The role is based in Sherman Oaks, California, with a Monday–Friday schedule from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Pay is $20.25–$23.00 per hour. English is listed as the language.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
A valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance may be required on a case-by-case basis.

Nice To Haves

Personal or professional experience working with individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities; preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Provide one-to-one direct support to people with autism and intellectual and/or developmental disabilities to help them achieve their highest possible level of independence.
Act as a mentor and role model for socially acceptable and culturally valued ways to interact and support one another.
Support individuals with behavioral, physical, communication, and other challenges in their homes and communities.
Implement the individual’s Support Plan (ISP) as developed.
Assist individuals in maintaining their personal safety and well-being.
Support individuals in establishing daily and weekly activity schedules to maximize independence.
Stay up to date with required training and certifications.
Participate hands-on in activities.
Accompany clients to activities such as hobby groups, classes, or the gym.
Support clients with daily chores, errands, and medical appointments.
Help clients plan and stay on schedule.
Provide companionship and emotional support, and help clients connect with friends and loved ones virtually or in person.
Assist with wheelchair transfers and personal hygiene when applicable.