Direct Support Professional: Empower Independence

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

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.