Direct Support Professional, Independent Living Services

PathPoint•Atascadero, CA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

If you have a caring heart and a dedication to helping others, PathPoint may be the place for you! We are currently accepting applications for Full-time Direct Support Professional to join our Independent Living Services team in Atascadero, CA. In this role, you'll teach independent living skills to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in their homes. This could include cooking and grocery shopping, healthy living and exercise, budgeting and money management, scheduling medical appointments, or other skills depending on the individual's personal goals.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED is required.
Patience, compassion, and the ability to interact with individuals with disabilities, their family members, social workers, employers, and others in a positive and constructive manner.
Must have a valid California driver's license with a satisfactory driving record, 5 years of driving experience, and be eligible for coverage on PathPoint's auto insurance policy.
Culturally aware, acknowledges diverse employee backgrounds, possesses skills to collaborate across cultures, and avoids biased assumptions based on cultural differences.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience supporting or instructing individuals with disabilities is preferred 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 independently with individuals one-on-one in their homes.
Opportunity to share your personal hobbies with the individuals you are supporting if they are aligned with that person's goals and interests.
Document hours of service provided and progress toward established goals.
Flexible scheduling options including day, evening, and weekend shifts.