Direct Support Professional - Community Adult Program

Catalight•Dublin, CA

1d•$21 - $22

About The Position

The Direct Support Professional works with adult learners with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Easterseals Northern California’s Community Adult Program. Under the direction of the Care Coordinator, Assistant Program Manager, and Program Manager, the role provides support, encouragement, tools, resources, and knowledge to help participants lead fulfilling lives and develop their skills. The employee works with individuals and their families to establish personal goals, develop action plans, and monitor progress. Training is provided. This is a part-time position regularly scheduled for 30 hours per week and eligible for benefits. The role involves supporting participants at the program site and in the community, including coaching and teaching skills, assisting with daily living activities, implementing individualized plans, communicating with families and staff, and providing transportation when qualified.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 18 years of age; at least 21 years of age to operate company vehicles.
Effective communication skills and ability to interact respectfully and sensitively with clients, clients’ families, and staff.
Commitment to ESNorCal values, including resilience and inclusion.
Ability to work with up to three clients during a single session.
Passion for teaching and training.
Patience and a positive attitude.
Ability to establish comfortable and supportive relationships with people receiving services.
Good judgment and decision-making skills.
Ability to exercise confidentiality and discretion in the work environment.
Ability to transport participants in a company vehicle if over 21 years of age.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including frequent walking, standing or sitting for extended periods, and standing up to 6–8 hours a day.
Ability to physically implement behavior management strategies, including responding to physically aggressive behavior.
Visual and auditory ability to work continuously with clients, staff, and others.
Ability to use a computer and an iPhone.
Ability to proofread and check documents for accuracy.
Ability to communicate effectively and read and write in the primary language used in the workplace.
Must pass required health screenings and TB testing and obtain required vaccinations under company policy.
Must obtain and maintain required criminal record and Office of Inspector General clearances, CPR and QBS SafetyCare certificates, and an NPI.
Must have a valid California Driver’s License with insurance and maintain a clean driving record.
Must attend all assigned training.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience working in a team environment coaching and/or teaching adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities; this experience is a plus but is not required.
American Sign Language ability or bilingual ability.

Responsibilities

Supervise and train participants in tasks, routines, and personal life activities using a systematic process that supports goal setting, action, and strengths-based development.
Reinforce participants’ essential life skills and teach new skills.
Coach participants to stay on task and help cultivate support networks among participants, coaching team members, families, and community members.
Supervise, monitor, and assist participants as needed to maintain a healthy and safe environment and maximize participation in activities on site and in the community.
Support basic living skills, including toileting, hygiene, food preparation, feeding, dressing, chores, and other activities of daily living.
Assist with planning, organizing, developing, and implementing activities for large and small participant groups.
Implement IPP goals and behavioral intervention plans as directed by Program Managers and Care Coordinators.
Document unusual or special incidents through Special Incident Reports and coordinate with the Program Manager when reporting suspected abuse.
Provide parents with updates about participants’ progress and needs.
Work with Easterseals Northern California team members and community resources to enhance program quality and services.
Procure and prepare daily snacks and clean work and activity areas.
Provide transportation to participants; employees must be at least 21 years old to operate company vehicles.
Conduct weekly inventories of program supplies and inform the Program Manager of inventory needs.
Comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations, including HIPAA requirements.
Attend all assigned training.
Obtain and maintain criminal record clearance through the Department of Justice, subject to required DOJ/FBI live scan review.
Maintain a valid California Driver’s License, insurance, and a clean driving record.
Pass health screenings, obtain required vaccinations, and clear TB testing in accordance with company policies.
Obtain and maintain Office of Inspector General clearance, CPR and QBS SafetyCare certificates, and a National Provider Identifier (NPI).

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage, with medical plan options through Blue Shield or Kaiser Permanente, Delta Dental PPO, and VSP Vision.
Free, confidential mental health support through Lyra, including coaching, therapy, self-guided care, and legal, financial, and child, elder, or pet care resources.
Fertility and family-planning support through Maven, up to $10,000 lifetime.
Sick/wellness leave, up to 12 days annually for full-time schedules and prorated to scheduled hours, plus a leave donation program.
Vacation that increases with tenure and is prorated to scheduled hours.
Up to 10 paid holidays annually, based on the company calendar and hire date, plus up to 2 personal days.
403(b) retirement plan through Fidelity, with automatic enrollment and yearly contribution increases up to 10% of pay.
Limited-purpose dental and vision and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
Health Savings Account for eligible employees enrolled in a qualifying medical plan; employer contributions are $60 per month for individual coverage or $120 per month for family coverage.
Employer-paid long-term disability and life/AD&D insurance, with optional supplemental coverage available for purchase.
myFlexPay access to earned pay without a loan or interest.
Learning reimbursement up to $2,000 annually for courses, training, and professional development.
Career coaching, Employee Resource Groups, and paid training.
Pre-tax commuter benefits and payroll direct deposit.
Employee referral bonus program, with bonuses up to $1,000 depending on the position filled.