Direct Support Professional DSP Part Time position

Arc Cares; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Training & development

Job summary

Arc Cares in North Hollywood, CA is hiring a Direct Support Professional to support adults with developmental disabilities in a newly opened residential facility. You will ensure health and safety, assist with daily living activities, meal prep, and transportation while engaging residents in meaningful activities.

We offer a flexible schedule, training, and growth opportunities. Competitive pay and benefits accompany the role with immediate hiring for part-time shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Basic computer literacy sufficient for emails and Word.
• Valid California driver's license with clean record.
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred or obtainable.
• Must pass state/federal background checks.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate supervision, instruction, and assistance with personalized care.
• Prioritize safety while responding to participants’ needs with respect.
• Use People First Language in all interactions with residents and families.
• Maintain appropriate physical and emotional boundaries with clients, families, and staff.
• Support daily living activities: bathing, grooming, dressing, eating, and toileting.
• Engage residents through conversation, companionship, and meaningful activities.
• Promote independence and preserve dignity in every interaction.
• Drive residents to appointments and outings as assigned.
• Attend staff meetings and required trainings.

Skills

CPR/First Aid certification

Basic computer literacy

Valid California driver’s license

Strong communication skills

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule
• Training & development

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Be the reason someone feels safe, seen, and supported—every shift.

About ARC

If you are passionate about making a difference in people’s lives, join our program serving adults with developmental disabilities. Serving the community in North Hollywood for over 50 years, ARC provides a rewarding employment opportunity to work with our terrific team and amazing clients as they grow in independence and strive to meet their full potential as community members.

Visit us at www.arc-cares.org to see more about who we are and what we do!

Various shift options available! Hiring immediately Part time for:

• Sun/Mon 8a-4p or 7a-3p
• Fri/Sat 8a-4p or 7a-3p

Job Objective

As a Direct Support Professional, you’ll ensure the health, safety, support, care, and services of the residents at our newly opened Adult Residential Facility with memory care for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities- the first of its kind in LA County!

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

What You’ll Do (Nature & Scope)

• Provide compassionate supervision, instruction, and assistance—always with personalized care and empathy.
• Prioritize safety while responding to participants’ needs with respect.
• Use People First Language in all interactions with residents, families, staff, and visitors.
• Maintain appropriate physical and emotional boundaries with clients, families, and staff.
• Support daily living activities: bathing, grooming, dressing, eating, and toileting.
• Engage residents through conversation, companionship, and meaningful activities.
• Promote independence and preserve dignity in every interaction.
• Help prepare meals.
• Perform housekeeping duties to keep living spaces clean and comfortable.
• Report unusual incidents or behaviors promptly to a manager.
• Administer medications as outlined and for which you are trained.
• Keep the environment safe and hazard-free.
• Provide supervision, instruction, and assistance as required by each Individual Program Plan (IPP) or manager direction.
• Supervise and participate in individual and group outings.
• Drive residents to and from appointments and outings as assigned.
• Attend staff meetings and complete required trainings.
• Physical capability: Able to push, pull, and/or lift 50 pounds.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education, Skills & Abilities

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Basic computer literacy (MS Word; able to send/receive emails).
• Current or obtainable CPR/First Aid certification.
• Dependable: arrive on time and work through the end of shift.
• Follow directions from a supervisor and accept training guidelines.
• Work effectively and efficiently with co-workers; clear verbal and written communication.
• Receptive to constructive feedback and able to apply it.
• Able to remain free of conflicts of interest—or report them promptly.
• Must avoid complications with outside agencies (e.g., IHSS or other care organizations).
• Valid California driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Able to pass state and federal background checks and Live Scan fingerprinting.

Working Conditions

• Primarily works in a home setting.
• Regular work around kitchen equipment (sharp knives, hot stoves, hot/cold utensils).
• Meal preparation includes contact with meat, poultry, and other food products.
• Physical demands include sitting, walking, standing, bending, twisting, stooping, kneeling, and crouching.
• Possible contact with bodily fluids; potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens.
• Frequent lifting up to 50 lbs is required.
• May drive a company vehicle in busy traffic and during inclement weather.
• Work hours may vary based on coverage needs.