Direct Support Professional, Independent Living Programs

PathPoint • Thousand Oaks, CA

11d • Onsite

About The Position

PathPoint is hiring part-time Direct Support Professionals for its Independent Living Services team in Thousand Oaks, California. The role involves teaching independent living skills to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in their homes. Skills may include cooking and grocery shopping, healthy living and exercise, budgeting and money management, scheduling medical appointments, and other skills based on each individual's goals. Staff work independently one-on-one with individuals, document service hours and progress toward established goals, and may share personal hobbies when they align with an individual's goals and interests.

The position is scheduled for 20–25 hours per week, with flexible scheduling that may include day, evening, and weekend shifts. It is hourly and non-exempt, with a stated starting rate of $23.25 per hour and a listed pay range of $22.09–$24.41, which may change based on various factors. PathPoint is a nonprofit serving communities across Kern, Los Angeles, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Ventura counties.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Patience and compassion, and the ability to interact positively and constructively with individuals with disabilities, their family members, social workers, employers, and others.
• Valid California driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Five years of driving experience and eligibility for coverage under PathPoint's auto insurance policy.
• Cultural awareness, ability to collaborate across cultures, and avoidance of biased assumptions based on cultural differences.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience supporting or instructing individuals with disabilities is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Teach independent living skills to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in their homes.
• Work independently one-on-one with individuals.
• Support individuals with skills such as cooking and grocery shopping, healthy living and exercise, budgeting and money management, and scheduling medical appointments, according to their personal goals.
• Document hours of service provided and progress toward established goals.
• Share personal hobbies with individuals when aligned with their goals and interests.

Benefits

• Flexible schedule.
• Mental health day after 60 days and on the first and second 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.
• Culture of kindness, compassion, and respect.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Opportunity to make a difference in the community every day.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED