DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL

Jay Nolan Community Services; California; On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plan

CPR & First Aid training

Childcare assistance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Jay Nolan Community Services (JNCS) is seeking a Direct Support Professional to assist individuals with autism and developmental disabilities in Castaic, CA. The DSP will provide one-to-one support, promote independence, and help clients achieve personal, educational and career goals in home and community settings.

Responsibilities include implementing ISP, ensuring safety, facilitating daily activity schedules, and staying up to date with training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience working with individuals with autism preferred but not required.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation & current auto insurance (case by case basis).

Responsibilities

• Providing one-to-one direct support services to people with Autism and intellectual/developmental disabilities to help them achieve independence.
• Act as a mentor and role model for socially acceptable and culturally valued interactions.
• Support individuals with behavioral, physical, or communication challenges in home and community.
• Implement the Individuals Support Plan (ISP) as developed.
• Assist individuals to maintain personal safety and well-being.
• Help establish daily/weekly activity schedules to maximize independence.
• Stay up to date with training and certifications.
• Participate hands-on in activities.

Skills

Autism experience

Driver's license

Strong communication

Compassionate care

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Location: Castaic, CA

Schedule: 3 weekends a month; Friday, 10:00PM - Sunday, 10:00PM

Language: English

Program: Supported Living

Pay: $20.25 - $23.00

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) at JNCS: You help individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities live quality lives with dignity, independence and choice. On an average day, DSPs support people to build relationships, live safely in their own homes, and accomplish their personal, educational, and career goals.

DSPs are more than just caregivers: Unlike a caregiver, DSPs encourage people to do things themselves, not do things for them. Ultimately, your goal is to empower people to live independently so they can live happier, more fulfilled lives.

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)

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 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 JNCS

Jay Nolan Community Services (JNCS) 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 they may live, work, and thrive in their own homes and communities. We are an inclusive, supportive, and community-oriented workplace.

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

Equal Opportunity Employer

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