Per Diem Direct Support Professional, ABA Day Program

PathPoint • Northridge, CA

18d • Onsite

About The Position

PathPoint is seeking a per diem Direct Support Professional for its Pathfinder Day Program in Northridge, California. Pathfinder is a behavioral program that provides skills training and support to adults with moderate to severe developmental disabilities. The DSP uses behavior support and teaches a variety of skills in the classroom and during community outings. The program operates Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.; the as-needed schedule is 7–35 hours per week and requires flexibility and adaptability to schedule changes. Starting pay is listed as $26.25 per hour, with a stated salary range of $24.46–$27.04 per hour. This is an hourly, non-exempt position. The role requires compassion, patience, teamwork, familiarity with ABA principles, and comfort assisting with personal hygiene, including adult diapers. A criminal record clearance through DOJ, TB screening, and health screening are required. A valid driver's license and satisfactory DMV record are also required. Physical duties may include walking, standing, sitting, stooping, lifting 30–40 pounds, and potentially restraining an individual to prevent harm. The posting describes benefits for full-time employees; it does not specify that per diem employees are eligible for them.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Receive criminal record clearance through the Department of Justice and pass TB and health screenings.
• Valid driver's license and satisfactory DMV record.
• Ability to perform physical activities including walking, standing, sitting, stooping, and lifting 30–40 pounds.
• Physical strength and stature to restrain an individual when necessary to prevent harm to the individual or others.
• Must be compassionate, flexible, patient, and team-oriented; able to adapt to schedule changes.
• Familiarity with ABA principles and comfort assisting with personal hygiene, including adult diapers.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology or a related field.
• Prior experience supporting or instructing individuals with physical, intellectual, or developmental disabilities and/or mental illness.
• Knowledge or experience with Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).

Responsibilities

• Encourage positive behavior and recognize, reward, and celebrate individuals’ use of new skills and appropriate responses each day.
• Recognize environmental triggers for challenging behavior and proactively plan to avoid them.
• Support individuals in responding appropriately to triggers.
• De-escalate challenging behavior by promptly modifying conditions that may contribute to it.
• Follow treatment and behavior support plans as written, and provide feedback on their effectiveness and barriers to success.
• Create a positive physical and social environment while maximizing each person's choices and control over their environment.
• Assist with personal hygiene and daily support, including feeding, lifting, transferring, toileting, and range of motion.
• Provide medication support and maintain medication and health records, including updating medication logs and receipts.
• Teach skills in the classroom and on community outings.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, dental, and life/AD&D insurance for eligible full-time employees.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time for eligible full-time employees.
• 403(b) tax-sheltered retirement savings plan with employer match for eligible full-time employees.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible full-time employees.
• Wellness program with cash rewards for eligible full-time employees.
• Free Employee Assistance Program.
• Housing assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED