Direct Support Professional Lead

Colonial Group; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arc of San Diego in San Diego, CA is seeking a Lead Direct Support Professional (DSP III) to foster independence, promote skill development, and ensure a safe, supportive environment for clients in the Day Program.

This role also involves coaching DSPs, developing Individual Support Plans (ISPs), and delivering structured training while ensuring community integration and compliance with licensing and reporting requirements.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 30+ college units in social services or related field (OR 4+ years of extensive related professional experience).

Responsibilities

• Provides guidance and coaching to DSPs, ensuring high-quality client support.
• Developing and implementing ISPs to foster skill-building and independence.
• Designing and delivering lesson plans and structured training for clients.
• Supporting community integration by identifying job, training, and volunteer opportunities.
• Monitoring and reporting client progress and behavioral support plans.
• Ensuring compliance with Community Care Licensing, Title 22, and Title 17 regulations.
• Maintaining accurate client records, reports, and documentation.

Skills

Client rights

Service coordination

Program development

Mentoring DSPs

Education

High School Diploma or GED

30+ college units in social services or related field

Job description

Join The Arc of San Diego as aLead Direct Support Professional (DSP III), where you'll play a key role in fostering independence, promoting skill development, and ensuring a safe and supportive environment for clients in our Day Program.

Schedule: Mon- Fri 8a-3:30p

Location: 3030 Market St. San Diego CA 92102

Pay: The pay for this positon is $21.00 to $21.65.

Who You Are:

• A dedicated advocate who believes in person-centered support
• A collaborative leader who mentors Direct Support Professionals (DSPs)
• Passionate about empowering individuals to achieve their personal goals and enhance their quality of life
• Organized, adaptable, and skilled at creating engaging program activities

A Typical Day Will Include:

• Provides guidance and coaching to DSPs, ensuring high-quality client support
• Developing and implementing Individual Support Plans (ISPs) to foster skill-building and independence
• Designing and delivering lesson plans and structured training for clients
• Supporting community integration by identifying job, training, and volunteer opportunities
• Monitoring and reporting client progress and behavioral support plans
• Ensuring compliance with Community Care Licensing, Title 22, and Title 17 regulations
• Maintaining accurate client records, reports, and documentation

What You’ll Need to Be Successful:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• 30+ college units in social services or related field (OR 4+ years of extensive related professional experience)
• Experience providing direct support to individuals with disabilities
• Strong knowledge of client rights, service coordination, and program development
• Valid California Driver’s license

We’d Love It If You:

• Have experience using electronic case management systems
• Are Bilingual (English-Spanish)
• Have a passion for community inclusion and advocacy

Join The Arc of San Diego and become part of a mission-driven, supportive team that truly makes a difference!