Direct Support Professional

PathPoint; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Culture of kindness, compassion

Diversity, equity, inclusion

Flexible schedule

Mental health day after 60 days

Paid sick leave

403(b) retirement savings plan with 회사

Wellness program

Employee assistance program

Referral bonuses

Job summary

PathPoint in Santa Barbara, CA, seeks full- and part-time Direct Support Professionals to join the Community Access Project (CAP). DSPs will teach skills in virtual and in-person classrooms and accompany community outings, supporting adults with physical and developmental disabilities.

Candidates with CNA certification and a CA driver’s license preferred; training provided. The role offers a supportive culture with flexible scheduling and opportunities to contribute new curriculum.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid California driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to endure physical activities and lift up to 50 pounds with assistance.
• Experience with individuals with disabilities is desirable but not required.
• Comfortable assisting with activities of daily living.
• Willingness to share talents for curriculum development.

Responsibilities

• Work with a small group of individuals in a facility-based day program.
• Lead in-person and online groups to develop skills (art, music, cooking, recreation, etc.).
• Accompany groups on community outings for recreation or volunteering.
• Assist individuals with activities of daily living (meals, toileting, transfers, etc.).
• Document individuals' progress toward goals and outcomes.
• Collaborate with teammates and be supported by staff daily.

Skills

Direct Support Professional

CNA certifications

Job description

PathPoint is seeking a full and part-time Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) and DSPs with Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certifications to join our Community Access Project (CAP) team in Santa Barbara, CA. CAP is a day program that provides skills training and support to adults with physical and developmental disabilities, including some who are non-ambulatory. As a DSP, you will teach a variety of skills in virtual and in-person classrooms, as well as on community outings. We're looking for creative and compassionate people who are teachers at heart, and we encourage you to bring your own ideas for new curriculum!

About PathPoint:

PathPoint is a nonprofit dedicated to helping people flourish. We partner with children, adults, and families to foster hope, build life skills, access support systems, and form meaningful relationships. We serve communities across Kern, Los Angeles, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Ventura counties.

Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 9am-3:00pm, 30 hours per week

Compensation:

$26.50 per hour. If you are bilingual (Spanish or ASL), the starting wage is $26.80 per hour. The pay range for this position is $16.50-$27.20 an hour. The pay range is subject to change based on a variety of factors.

Why Work At PathPoint:

• Culture of kindness, compassion and respect
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Opportunity to make a difference in your community every day
• Flexible schedule
• Mental health day after 60 days and on 1st and 2nd anniversaries
• Paid sick leave
• 403(b) retirement savings plan with company match
• Other perks like a wellness program, employee assistance program, and referral bonuses

What You'll Do:

• Work with a small group of individuals in a facility-based day program
• Lead in-person and online groups that help individuals develop skills, which may include art, music, cooking, recreation, vocational skills, assistive technology, and more
• Accompany groups on community outings for recreation or volunteer opportunities
• Assist individuals with activities of daily living and personal care, which includes helping with meals and eating, toileting, transferring, changing, etc.
• Have the potential to share your own talents and hobbies as part of program curriculum
• Regularly document individuals' progress toward their goals
• Collaborate with and be supported by your teammates every day

What We're Looking For:

• Previous experience working with individuals with disabilities as a caregiver, DSP, or CNA is desirable but not required. If you are interested in this job but do not have directly relevant experience, we'd still love to hear from you!
• Must have a valid California driver's license with a satisfactory driving record in order to drive company vans
• Ability to endure physical activities such as moving from location to location, stooping, and lifting up to 50 pounds with assistance
• Must be comfortable assisting individuals with personal care/activities of daily living
• Culturally aware, acknowledges diverse employee backgrounds, possesses skills to collaborate across cultures, and avoids biased assumptions based on cultural differences.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, and we offer reasonable accommodations to support successful employment to those with disabilities.

Pre-employment background checks and health screenings will only be required post-offer.