Direct Support Professional in Community Integration

Tmi Inc; San Diego (CA); Sur place; USD 22 000 - 30 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, Vision & Dental Insurance

401(k) Employer Match

Sick & Vacation Hours & Years of Serv.

Paid Holidays

Employee discount program (SD Zoo, Leg

Wellness Program with Monthly Contests

Mileage Reimbursement

Free Fitness Center Access

Employee Assistance Program

Résumé du poste

Toward Maximum Independence (TMI) seeks Direct Support Professionals to assist individuals in community integration activities across parks, libraries, restaurants, and events in the San Diego area. DSPs help plan daily activities, support personal goals, and promote independence within the participants’ chosen communities.

You will drive clients using your own vehicle when needed, with mileage reimbursed at IRS rates.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience: At least 1 year in social services, education, or with the developmentally disabled population preferred.
• Driving: 3 years driving experience; own vehicle for transportation; willing to drive up to 3 clients in your personal vehicle at once.

Responsabilités

• Train, support, and monitor clients in the community.
• Participate in developing a circle of support with family, friends, and community partners.
• Develop adaptive support materials as needed.
• Expand clients’ participation in integrated employment activities.
• Assist with development and implementation of clients’ annual plan, goals, and IPP meetings.
• Provide same day shift coverage as requested by supervisor.

Connaissances

1 year social services experience

Driving: 3 years

Formation

High School Diploma/GED

Description du poste

Direct Support Professional in Community Integration

45 Years Strong. 3 Years Recognized as a Top Workplace. And We’re Growing!
Join an organization with a proven history of making a difference—and an exciting future ahead.

Direct Support Professional in Community Integration

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) y our day starts by picking up the individuals you support, reviewing the day's plans, and discussing their goals, interests, and choices. Then you're off! You might visit parks, libraries, restaurants, community centers, volunteer sites, local events, and more.

Full-time? Enjoy a consistent group and schedule while building meaningful relationships and seeing progress over time.

Part-time? Enjoy variety while supporting different individuals, groups, activities, and locations.

You're there to support—not take over. They choose the direction. You help make progress happen.

You'll use your personal vehicle to transport the individuals you support. Mileage for approved work-related travel is reimbursed at the current IRS rate.

Community Integration Training Program (CITP) Program Highlights

• 100% community-based program (small businesses, nonprofits, schools, etc.)
• Focus on skill-building, socialization, and job readiness
• Individualized plans tailored to each participant’s goals and abilities
• Emphasis on independence, personal choice, and community integration
• Participants receive personalized support through a collaborative plan involving their Direct Support Professional, including family members, staff, and community partners.

Job Specific Essential Duties

• Train, support, and monitor clients while in the community.
• Participate in the development of a circle of support, to build relationships with family, friends, neighbors, and other community.
• Develop individualized adaptive support materials as needed.
• Develop and expand clients’ participation in integrated employment activities.
• Assist with development and implementation of clients’ annual plan, goals, and objectives
• Participate in clients’ annual Individualized Program Plan (IPP) meeting
• Provide same day shift coverage as requested by supervisor.
• Employer-sponsored Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Generous 401(k) Employer Match
• Accrued Sick & Vacation Hours, along with Years of Service Pay, and Paid Holidays
• Employee discount program (discounts at the SD Zoo, Legoland, dining, gyms, and so much more!)
• Wellness Program with Prize-Winning Monthly Challenges
• Quarterly Opportunity Draws
• Mileage Reimbursement – if applicable
• Free Access to Newly Remodeled Fitness Center at the San Diego Office
• Employee Assistance Program

*Some of the above benefits apply to full-time employees only.

Minimum Experience andQualifications

• Education: High School Diploma/GED
• Experience:1 year working in social services, education, or with the developmentally disabled population preferred
• Driving:3 years driving experience; own vehicle for transportation; willing to drive up to 3 clients in your personal vehicle at once (mileage reimbursed at current IRS rate)

About Toward Maximum Independence (TMI)
Toward Maximum Independence (TMI) supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in leading meaningful, inclusive lives within their communities. Our mission is to empower individuals to build independence, develop skills, and engage in real-world employment and relationships.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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