Direct Support Professional (The Village / Female / Full time)

ETTA • Los Angeles, CA

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About The Position

ETTA (non-profit / Human Services) is seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSP) // ILS Staff for our adult client (with Intellectual and Developmental Disability) Job Title Direct Support Professional (DSP) Location Bhatia Family Village Pico-Robertson Area (West L.A.) Schedule Mondays - Fridays 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Some flexibility on start and end time (for example, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.) Description Our client likes to play basketball and tennis. She loves to sing and dance. Staff will support client in achieving greater independence, including growing cooking skills, cleaning, doing laundry, budgeting, etc. You will also work with client in exploring schooling and volunteer opportunities in the area, learning how to navigate public transit in the area, and expanding on engagement in social activities. Paid Training is provided in person at ETTA headquarters in North Hollywood. You must be available weekdays / daytime hours for approximately 3-7 days of training) About ETTA ETTA is a respected non-profit agency serving the Jewish community in the Los Angeles area. We have provided services and support for individuals on the spectrum , and with other intellectual and developmental disabilities since 1993. We also help their families as one of the premier providers of such services on the West Coast. Our staff works one-on-one with individuals in the I/DD community, engaging, guiding, and inspiring them to increase community involvement, grow their social network, develop opportunities, and achieve their greatest potential and goals. Learn more about ETTA on our website ( ETTA.org ). See a listing of ALL the current job opportunities by visiting the Careers page at ETTA's website. Apply Now! For more information contact: ETTA Recruitment Department [phone], ext. 305 Email: [email protected] ETTA is an Equal Employment Opportunity ("EEO") Employer Live Scan (DOJ / FBI) background check required

Requirements

• Must have some professional or personal experience assisting or supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities or other special needs
• Female staff required for female client (for religious reasons)
• Must be a licensed driver (for a minimum of three years)
• Must have an insured vehicle (with your name listed as an authorized driver)
• Must be willing to drive female, adult client on a daily basis in the Pico-Robertson Area and surrounding community
• We are seeking staff who is friendly, even-keeled, trustworthy, reliable, calming, and especially confident with their cooking skills.
• Must be available weekdays / daytime hours for approximately 3-7 days of training

Responsibilities

• Staff will support client in achieving greater independence, including growing cooking skills, cleaning, doing laundry, budgeting, etc.
• Work with client in exploring schooling and volunteer opportunities in the area, learning how to navigate public transit in the area, and expanding on engagement in social activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed