Direct Support Professional - with or without CNA Certification, Day Services
About The Position
Are you looking for a meaningful career where you can make a difference in peoples' lives? PathPoint is seeking a full and part-time Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) and DSPs with Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certifications to join our Community Access Project (CAP) team in Santa Barbara, CA. CAP is a day program that provides skills training and support to adults with physical and developmental disabilities, including some who are non-ambulatory. As a DSP, you will teach a variety of skills in virtual and in-person classrooms, as well as on community outings. We're looking for creative and compassionate people who are teachers at heart, and we encourage you to bring your own ideas for new curriculum! About PathPoint: PathPoint is a nonprofit dedicated to helping people flourish. We partner with children, adults, and families to foster hope, build life skills, access support systems, and form meaningful relationships. We serve communities across Kern, Los Angeles, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Ventura counties.
Requirements
- Must have a valid California driver's license with a satisfactory driving record in order to drive company vans
- Ability to endure physical activities such as moving from location to location, stooping, and lifting up to 50 pounds with assistance
- Must be comfortable assisting individuals with personal care/activities of daily living
- Culturally aware, acknowledges diverse employee backgrounds, possesses skills to collaborate across cultures, and avoids biased assumptions based on cultural differences.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience working with individuals with disabilities as a caregiver, DSP, or CNA is desirable but not required. If you are interested in this job but do not have directly relevant experience, we'd still love to hear from you!
Responsibilities
- Work with a small group of individuals in a facility-based day program
- Lead in-person and online groups that help individuals develop skills, which may include art, music, cooking, recreation, vocational skills, assistive technology, and more
- Accompany groups on community outings for recreation or volunteer opportunities
- Assist individuals with activities of daily living and personal care, which includes helping with meals and eating, toileting, transferring, changing, etc.
- Have the potential to share your own talents and hobbies as part of program curriculum
- Regularly document individuals' progress toward their goals
- Collaborate with and be supported by your teammates every day
Benefits
- Culture of kindness, compassion and respect
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Opportunity to make a difference in your community every day
- Flexible schedule
- Mental health day after 60 days and on 1st and 2nd anniversaries
- Paid sick leave
- 403(b) retirement savings plan with company match
- Other perks like a wellness program, employee assistance program, and referral bonuses
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
