ASL Direct Support Professional

Modern Support Services; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible schedules

Full-time & Part-Time positions

Day shifts with weekend rotation

Job summary

Modern Support Services is hiring an ASL Direct Support Professional to empower adults with I/DD in the Los Angeles area. You will mentor, teach, and advocate using ASL to support independence and community participation.

You will work in a team-based environment, demonstrating patience, empathy, and strong communication. This role offers meaningful work with opportunities for growth and a supportive culture.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate in American Sign Language (ASL).
• Strong judgment and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Age 21 or older, reliable transportation, CA driver license, background check.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to individuals with I/DD using ASL to communicate and foster independence.
• Accompany individuals to community activities, appointments, and outings promoting inclusion.
• Assist with personal care and daily living tasks maintaining dignity and safety.
• Support development of social skills and peer relationships through positive interactions.
• Collaborate with team, families, and supervisors to follow support plans and share observations.

Skills

ASL

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Driver's license

Job description

ASL Direct Support Professional

Company Overview

We are a mission-driven human services organization dedicated to empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) to live full, meaningful lives in their communities. Our team is made up of compassionate professionals who believe in dignity, respect, and person-centered support.

We proudly serve deaf and hard of hearing individuals and value American Sign Language (ASL) as a core part of how we connect, communicate, and advocate for the people we support.

The Opportunity

As an ASL Direct Support Professional, you will be a mentor, teacher, guide, and advocate for adults with I/DD, using ASL to ensure their voices are heard and their choices are respected. This is a hands-on role where you will help individuals build skills, access their community, and live as independently as possible.

If you have a passion for helping others, enjoy being active in the community, and want a role where your patience, empathy, and ASL skills make a daily impact, this position offers meaningful work, growth opportunities, and a supportive, team-based environment.

What You'll Do

• Provide direct support to individuals with I/DD, using ASL to communicate, build trust, and foster independence.
• Accompany individuals to community activities, appointments, and recreational outings, promoting inclusion and social engagement.
• Assist with personal care and daily living tasks while maintaining dignity, respect, and safety at all times.
• Support individuals in developing social skills and peer relationships through positive interactions and role modeling.
• Collaborate with team members, families, and supervisors to follow support plans and share observations that improve care and outcomes.

What Success Looks Like

• Within the first 36 months, you build strong, trusting relationships with the individuals you support, communicating confidently in ASL and understanding their preferences and goals.
• Individuals you support increase their participation in community activities, social events, and recreational outings with your encouragement and guidance.
• Daily routines, personal care, and appointments are completed safely, respectfully, and on time, with clear documentation and communication to the team.
• You actively contribute ideas, feedback, and observations that help improve support plans and enhance the quality of life for the people you serve.

What We're Looking For

• Ability to communicate in American Sign Language (ASL); you may be hearing, deaf, or hard of hearing.
• Strong judgment, problem-solving skills, and the ability to stay calm and patient in a variety of situations.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with a genuine passion for helping others and a desire to learn and grow.
• At least 21 years old, with reliable transportation, a valid CA driver's license, and the ability to pass a background check; prior human services or caregiving experience is a plus.

Benefits

• Health insurance, flexible schedules, and additional benefits for full-time positions
• Full-time and part-time positions available
• Day shifts with rotating weekend availability

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.