DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL

Jay Nolan Community Services•Los Angeles, CA

13d•$20 - $23

About The Position

Jay Nolan Community Services (JNCS) is hiring a Direct Support Professional (DSP) for its Supported Living program in Northridge, California. DSPs provide one-to-one support to individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities, helping them live with dignity, independence, and choice in their own homes and communities. The role focuses on empowering people to build relationships, maintain safety, and pursue personal, educational, and career goals. DSPs encourage individuals to do things for themselves and participate hands-on in activities. Typical work may include accompanying clients to hobbies, classes, or the gym; supporting household chores, errands, and medical appointments; helping with planning and schedules; taking neighborhood walks; providing companionship and emotional support; connecting clients with friends and loved ones; and assisting with wheelchair transfers or personal hygiene when applicable. The schedule is the second and fourth weekend of each month, from Friday at 3:30 PM through Sunday at 3:30 PM. The position requires English. Pay is $20.25–$23.00.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
English language ability.
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.

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 one another.
Support individuals with behavioral, physical, communication, and other challenges in their homes and communities.
Implement the individual's Support Plan (ISP) as developed.
Assist and support individuals in maintaining personal safety and well-being.
Support individuals in establishing daily and weekly activity schedules to maximize independence.
Stay up to date with required training and certifications.
Participate hands-on in activities.
Accompany clients to activities such as hobby groups, classes, or the gym.
Support daily chores, errands, and medical appointments.
Help clients plan and stay on schedule.
Provide companionship and emotional support, and help clients connect with friends and loved ones.
Assist with wheelchair transfers and personal hygiene when applicable.