DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL

Jay Nolan Community Services•Los Angeles, CA

5d•$20 - $23

About The Position

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) at Jay Nolan Community Services (JNCS), you support people with autism and other developmental disabilities to live quality lives with dignity, independence, and choice. You help individuals build relationships, live safely in their own homes, and accomplish personal, educational, and career goals. DSPs encourage people to do things for themselves and empower them to live independently and fulfilled lives. The position provides one-to-one support in an individual’s home and community, including help with daily activities, safety, well-being, and personal goals. The schedule is the third weekend of each month, Saturday and Sunday, from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM. The position is based in Chatsworth, California, and pays $20.25–$23.00. JNCS is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides individualized support to children, teens, and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities so they may live, work, and thrive in their own homes and communities. JNCS describes its workplace as inclusive, supportive, and community-oriented, and identifies itself as a Certified Great Place to Work. Jay Nolan Community Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion and prohibits discrimination and harassment based on protected characteristics under applicable law.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance, 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 each other.
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 or weekly activity schedules to maximize independence.
Stay current 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.
Go for walks with clients around the neighborhood.
Provide companionship and emotional support.
Help clients connect with friends and loved ones virtually or in person.
Perform wheelchair transfers when applicable.
Assist with personal hygiene when applicable.