Community Coach: DSP — Meaningful Support, Flexible Hours

Abilityfirst; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Kaiser insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

12 Paid Holidays

Mileage and Cellphone reimbursement

Job summary

AbilityFirst is hiring a Direct Support Professional (DSP) for the East Los Angeles site. The role involves hands-on work supporting daily activities, community engagement, and personalized goals for participants with developmental disabilities.

Openings cover various shift types (full-time, part-time, per diem) with training provided. Candidates must demonstrate safety, confidentiality, and strong communication in a diverse environment.

Qualifications

• A High School diploma or equivalent is required.
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Responsibilities

• Actively supervise participants, ensure health, safety, and engagement.
• Work within designated staffing ratio.
• Implement daily activities and PCP goals.
• Create and facilitate engaging group activities.
• Collaborate to develop monthly activity calendars.
• Complete accurate daily documentation of participant progress.
• Report and document concerns immediately.
• Maintain confidentiality and dignity of participants.
• Assist with personal care including feeding, diapering, hygiene.
• Supervise community outings and transportation as needed.
• Complete staff training and participate in ongoing development.
• Uphold mandated reporting requirements and organizational policies.

Skills

Strong written and verbalcommunication

Communication skills

Ability to work evenings/weekends

Team collaboration

Patient-centered approach

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s Degree in related field (preferred)

12 ECE college units (may be required)

1-2 years experience with individuals with developmental disabilities (preferred)

Tools

ProCare

Microsoft Office

Data management systems

Job description

AbilityFirst is hiring a Direct Support Professional (DSP) for the East Los Angeles site. The role involves hands-on work supporting daily activities, community engagement, and personalized goals for participants with developmental disabilities.

Openings cover various shift types (full-time, part-time, per diem) with training provided. Candidates must demonstrate safety, confidentiality, and strong communication in a diverse environment.