Direct Support Professional - (LCE-Nottingham-Day Program) Monday-Friday; 8:30a-3:30p

Chimes; Livermore (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

403(b) with employer match

Tuition assistance

Tickets at Work

Referral bonuses

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Chimes in Livermore, California, is seeking a Direct Support Professional to empower individuals with intellectual and behavioral challenges to live with dignity, independence, and confidence. You will join a mission-driven nonprofit that values compassion, teamwork, and growth in a supportive environment.

Responsibilities include hands-on support, personal care, following individualized care plans, documenting progress, administering medications per policy, and ensuring a safe, clean setting

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED.
• Ability to lift, push, or pull 50+ lbs.
• Valid U.S. driver's license with acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on support with kindness and respect.
• Assist with personal care and daily living activities.
• Follow care plans and document progress.
• Administer medications per policy.
• Maintain a safe, clean environment.
• Support community engagement and participation.
• Travel between Residential and Day programs as needed.

Skills

Lift 50+ lbs

Valid driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Direct Support Professional (DSP) – $19.75/hour
Make a Difference. Build a Career. Change Lives.

JoinChimes, a mission-driven nonprofit where compassion meets purpose. As a Direct Support Professional, you’ll empower individuals with intellectual and behavioral challenges to live with dignity, independence, and confidence—while growing in a supportive, team-focused environment.

Why Chimes

• Meaningful, purpose-driven work
• Paid training and ongoing professional development
• Culture rooted in dignity, respect, and compassion

What You’ll Do

• Provide hands-on support with kindness and respect
• Assist with personal care, including dressing, toileting, hygiene, feeding, bathing, and other daily living skills
• Follow individualized care plans and document progress
• Administer medications in accordance with policy
• Maintain a safe, clean, and supportive environment
• Use approved behavior support techniques
• Encourage community engagement and participation
• Some DSP roles will require travel and support from Residential to Day programs.

What You Bring

• High school diploma or GED
• Experience in disability services preferred (not required—we train!)
• Ability to lift, push, or pull 50+ lbs.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license - Meet one of the following driving record requirements? At least 3 years of unsuspended driving history with no more than 3 points, or at least 2 years of unsuspended driving history with a clean driving record

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Medical plans starting at $13.80/month(Day 1 coverage)
• Dental and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Generous paid time off
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• Paid training and tuition assistance
• Tickets at Work
• Employee referral bonuses and recognition programs
• Clear pathways for growth and advancement

Join a team where your work truly matters—every single day.

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