Direct Support Professional (Behavior Technician Experience)

Socket.dev; Escondido (CA); On-site; USD 35,817 - 39,950; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Paid sick leave

Mileage reimbursement

Cell reimbursement

Training & development

Job summary

DABS, Inc. in Escondido, CA hires Direct Support Professionals to provide individualized assistance to adults with developmental disabilities in home and community settings, focusing on health and safety while offering hands-on support with ADLs.

You will implement Behavior Support Plans, respond to crises, document changes, and participate in team meetings; required are 2–3 years of experience, IPP/ISP/BSP familiarity, and CPR/First Aid, TB clearance, and California driver's license.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of direct support experience for individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Experience with individuals with complex behavioral or mental health needs preferred.
• Experience implementing IPP, ISP and BSPs.
• Training in Safety Care or crisis intervention (CPI or equivalent) preferred.
• Strong ethics, empathy, and ability to document observations clearly and accurately.
• Background check, TB clearance, CPR/First Aid, and CA driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centered supervision in the home and community.
• Assist with ADLs: bathing, dressing, meals, hygiene; light housekeeping as needed.
• Supervise medication administration when required.
• Accompany/transport to medical and personal appointments.
• Implement BSPs to prevent de-escalation and support safety; report changes.

Skills

Direct support

Behavior management

Documentation

Empathy

Communication

Tools

CPR/First Aid Certification

Safety-Care / CPI training

Job description

Empowering Independence. Upholding Dignity. At DABS, Inc., we provide comprehensive skills training and supported living services to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Since 2005, we’ve been empowering individuals to lead more independent lives—through advocacy, innovation, and unwavering commitment. We believe in showing up—especially when things get hard. Dignity is our guiding principle, and as demand for our services grows, so does our resolve to ensure every person we serve is respected, supported, and given the opportunity to thrive.

Join us!

As a DSP/Personal Attendant, you will provide individualized support to adults with developmental disabilities receiving Supported Living Services. The primary focus of this role is the active supervision of individuals to ensure their health and safety, while providing occasional hands-on assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) for individuals with complex needs. You will provide incidental behavioral prevention and intervention support, operate with increased independence, and be responsible for maintaining service quality and helping ensure a stable living environment.

Your Impact in Action

• Provide consistent, person-centered supervision within the individual's home and community.
• Supervise and provide occasional hands-on support for Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including:
  • Bathing, toileting, dressing, and personal hygiene
  • Preparing meals and feeding
  • Light housekeeping and laundry
• Supervise medication administration when needed.
• Accompany and/or transport the individual to medical and personal appointments.
• Implement established Behavior Support Plans (BSP) to prevent and de-escalate outbursts or mental health symptoms.
• Apply crisis prevention and intervention techniques (e.g., Safety-Care or CPI) during severe episodes to ensure immediate safety.
• Observe and report changes in health, behavior, and/or environments to the supervisor.
• Complete daily logs and progress notes in compliance with DDS, Regional Center, and agency standards.
• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings and other activities as needed.

Your Readiness to Serve

• 2-3 years of experience providing direct support to individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Prior experience working with individuals with complex behavioral or mental health needs is preferred.
• Proficiency in implementing Individual Program Plan (IPP), Individual Service Plan (ISP) and BSPs.
• Prior training in Safety Care or crisis intervention (e.g. CPI or equivalent) is preferred.
• Proactive problem-solving skills and the ability to make discretionary decisions that prioritize individual safety and autonomy.
• Ability to maintain professional relationships with families and stakeholders.
• Ability to maintain high standards of professional ethics, including punctual attendance.
• Ability to provide care with empathy, cultural sensitivity, and respect for personal values.
• Ability to communicate clearly and document observations accurately.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a background check and maintaining the following requirements throughout your tenure:

• Tuberculosis (TB) clearance in accordance with California public health guidelines.
• Valid CPR/First Aid certification.
• Valid California driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of current automobile insurance if the position requires transporting individuals.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, and assist individuals with mobility as needed.
• Ability to lift up to 25-40 pounds if required.
• Ability to travel within the community.

Our Commitment to You

Pay range: $26.00 - $29.00 per hour, paid weekly. This represents the anticipated hourly range for our Direct Support Positions. Actual compensation will depend on position, experience, qualifications, and program assignment.

We strive to work around your schedule - full-time and part-time positions available.

We cover the essentials, including healthcare benefits, paid sick leave and mileage and cell reimbursement.

We promote from within and offer opportunities for training and development.

Our Commitment to Equal Opportunity & Accessibility

DABS, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals.

As part of this commitment, we will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [e-mail].

$26 - $29 an hour