0036 Kern County ILS- DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL

Jay Nolan Community Services; United States; Sur place; USD 28 000 - 32 000; Temps partiel

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health Insurance

Dental insurance

Life Insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plan with company matching

Paid CPR & First Aid training

Childcare Assistance Reimbursement

Pet insurance

Résumé du poste

Jay Nolan Community Services in Tehachapi, CA seeks a compassionate Direct Support Professional to provide one-to-one support for individuals with autism and developmental disabilities, helping them achieve independence.

The role involves mentoring, assisting with daily activities, implementing ISPs, coordinating community activities, and ensuring safety and well-being. A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human services field or related degree required.
• Experience with individuals with autism/developmental disabilities preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation with current auto insurance preferred.

Responsabilités

• Provide one-to-one direct support to people with autism and developmental disabilities.
• Mentor and model socially appropriate interactions.
• Assist with daily activities and routines to maximize independence.
• Implement Individuals Support Plan (ISP).
• Support safety and well-being at home and in the community.
• Coordinate activities and accompany clients to appointments.

Connaissances

Direct Support

Patient care

Community support

Formation

Bachelor's degree in human services

Description du poste

Location: Tehachapi, CA

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 9:00AM - 1:00PM

Pay: $20.23 - $23.00

Language: English

Duties & Responsibilities:

Providing one-to-one direct support services 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 each other to be successful.

Support an individual with various challenges (behavioral, physical, communication, etc.) within their home and community.

Implement the Individuals Support Plan (ISP) as developed

Assist and support the person to maintain their own personal safety and well-being

Support the individual to establish a daily/weekly schedule of activities in order to maximize their independence.

Stay up to date with all training and certifications.

Participate hands-on in activities.

What does a typical workday for a DSP look like?

Accompanying clients to activities such as hobby groups, classes, or the gym

Supporting clients to accomplish daily chores such as household chores, errands, and medical appointments

Help with planning and staying on schedule

Going for walks around the neighborhood

Providing companionship and emotional support

Connecting with friends and loved ones (virtually or in person)

Wheelchair transfers (if applicable)

Assistance with personal hygiene (if applicable)

Preferred Qualifications:

Direct Support Professionals must have a bachelors degree in education, psychology, counseling, nursing, social work, applied behavior analysis, behavioral medicine, speech and language, rehabilitation, marriage and family therapy, or a comparable degree in a human services field

Experience working with individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities (personal or professional) preferred but not required.

A valid drivers license, reliable transportation & current auto insurance (case by case basis)

Benefits:

• - Health Insurance
• - Dental insurance
• - Life Insurance
• - Tuition reimbursement
• - Retirement plan with company matching
• - Paid CPR & First Aid training
• - Childcare Assistance Reimbursement
• - Pet insurance
• - Much more

About us: Jay Nolan Community Services is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit with a mission to provide individualized support to children, teens, and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities so that they may live, work and thrive in their own homes and in their community. We are an inclusive, supportive, and community-oriented workplace.

Jay Nolan Community Services is a Certified Great Place to Work! Learn more about what our employees have to say about us: Jay Nolan Community Services

Jay Nolan Community Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.