Direct Support Professional — Empower Independence

Lever, Inc.; Pacifica (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Paid sick leave

Mileage reimbursement

Cell phone reimbursement

Job summary

DABS, Inc. is hiring Direct Support Professionals in California for Personal Attendant and Skills Instructor roles. Positions involve support in home and community settings, with focus on health, safety, and daily living activities. Employment includes schedule flexibility and essential benefits.

Selected candidates will assist with ADLs, meal preparation, and community participation while documenting progress and collaborating with the team. Background checks required.

Qualifications

• 0-3 years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Ability to maintain professional relationships with families, and stakeholders.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and implement established care plans.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Prepare meals and feeding; assist with light housekeeping.
• Supervise medication administration when needed.
• Accompany and/or transport to medical and personal appointments.
• Observe and report changes in health, behavior, and 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.

Job description

DABS, Inc. is hiring Direct Support Professionals in California for Personal Attendant and Skills Instructor roles. Positions involve support in home and community settings, with focus on health, safety, and daily living activities. Employment includes schedule flexibility and essential benefits.

Selected candidates will assist with ADLs, meal preparation, and community participation while documenting progress and collaborating with the team. Background checks required.