Direct Support Professional — Empower Independence

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

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.