Direct Support Professional, ACCESS Day Program

PathPoint • Los Angeles, CA

22d • $21 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

PathPoint is currently seeking a full-time Direct Support Professional to join our ACCESS day program team based in Northridge, CA. Access is a 100% community-based work training program for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
As a Direct Support Professional, you will teach a variety of skills while supervising a group of adults. This is a unique opportunity to make a difference for people with disabilities! The schedule for this position is Monday-Friday, 8am-3:00pm.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED is required
• Must pass pre-employment Live Scan DOJ fingerprint background check, TB screening and basic health screening
• Culturally sensitive and aware of differences in employees based on cultural backgrounds; aware of one's own culture and how someone's background may lead to biases; has the skills and resources needed to work with employees from all different cultures and the ability to avoid making biased assumptions based on someone's culture

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!
• Someone who is culturally sensitive and respects differences in employees and people we support

Responsibilities

• Supervise individuals while providing motivation and direction.
• Teach individuals vocational skills to help prepare them for entry-level employment.
• Teach individuals social/life skills to help them lead more independent lives, including communication skills, mobility, money management, and public transportation.
• Build friendly and professional rapport with individuals and act as a positive role model for work habits, communication skills, and social skills.
• Prepare weekly schedules, monthly training projections, and written progress reports.
• Develop and teach comprehensive and meaningful curriculum, including but not limited to vocational skills, money management, housing, communication, social/survival skills, and self-advocacy.

Benefits

• Culture of kindness, compassion and respect
• Opportunity to make a difference in your community every day
• Wellness day after 60 days and on 1st and 2nd anniversaries
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave
• 403(b) retirement savings plan with company match
• Other perks like a wellness program, Employee Assistance Program, and referral bonuses

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED