DSP-1 Direct Support Professional Immersion

TERI Inc.; Oceanside (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Flex spending account

Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Onsite Fitness Center

Job summary

TERI Inc. is seeking Direct Support Professional (DSP-1) candidates for a five-week Immersion program in Oceanside, CA. The role includes 1:1 substitute support for students aged 9–21, with rigorous training toward RBT certification and potential transition to RBT positions.

Starting pay is $20.00/hour, increasing to $30.00/hour after successful completion of training and certification. This is a full-time position with a comprehensive benefits package as outlined by TERI.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1+ year of experience working with individuals with developmental/intellectual disabilities; managing severe behaviors.

Responsibilities

• Work as 1:1 substitute staff at the Learning Academy (ages 9-21).
• Provide active support, implement individual program plans and behavior support plans.
• Assist with interventions to protect students and those with challenging behaviors.
• Deliver direct care and training to individuals with disabilities; use BEST techniques as needed.

Skills

Disabilities experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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DSP-1 Direct Support Professional Immersion

Admin - Admin Full Time Oceanside, CA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1812

We’re seeking Direct Support Professional’s (DSP -1) to join our RBT Immersion program!

The Direct Support Professional (DSP-1) to Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Immersion Program is a fully paid five-week training opportunity designed to prepare individuals to obtain their RBT certification. Once you are RBT certified and you have accepted a position as a TERI RBT, your salary will rise to $30 per hour.

Participants are responsible for successfully completing all required training and certification steps, including TERI's New Hire Orientation, the 40-hour RBT training coursework, the RBT Competency Assessment, and the national RBT certification examination. TERI will pay for your time and all fees connected to certification.

Additionally, after you complete the online training portion, you will work at our school in Oceanside

Training Outline – Monday-Friday; 8:30am-3:30pm

• Week 1: Complete 40 hours of New Hire Orientation Training.
• Week 2: Complete 20 hours of Online Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Coursework Training; school observation for 15 hours.
• Week 3: Compete remaining coursework-20 hours; continue school observation 15 hours
• Week 4: Complete and successfully pass the RBT Competency Assessment; work as a substitute staff at the school
• Week 5: Take the National RBT Exam and achieve a passing grade within the timeline of the Immersion Program. Work as a substitute staff except for exam day.

Your Role & Responsibilities When Substituting–

• Working as 1:1 substitute staff at the Learning Academy (students age 9-21)
• Assures that choices are an integral part of students’ day and assures that these are available; honors individual choices whenever possible based on safety and individuals’ needs and restrictions.
• Delivers individual program plans, goals, behavior support plans as designed, provide active support and assist with self-care to all students when needed.
• Assist with interventions designed to protect all students and individuals who engage in severe problem behavior, including those around them.
• Provides direct care and training to developmental individuals with moderate to profound disability who may engage in aggressive, assaultive acting-out behaviors that require Behavior Emergency Safety Training (BEST) techniques.

Qualifications –

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• 1+ year of experience working directly with children or adults with Developmental and Intellectual disabilities; managing severe behaviors.

Pay–

Starting pay is $20.00 per hour as a Direct Support Professional (DSP-1), increasing to $30.00 per hour upon successful completion of the RBT Immersion Program, attainment of RBT certification, and transition into an RBT position.

Status–

Full-time

The Benefits of Joining TERI –

• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) – Tax-advantaged savings for healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Financial Protection Plans – Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan – Invest in your future with employer-supported retirement savings.
• Health & Wellness Program – Resources and support to help you thrive, both mentally and physically
• Onsite Fitness Center & Outdoor Fitness Court – Convenient, no-cost access to exercise facilities
• Pet Insurance – Coverage options to keep your furry family members healthy.
• Employee Discounts – Enjoy savings at TERI’s Common Ground Café & Coffee Bar and the Inspired Resale Boutique
• Generous Paid Time Off – Vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays to support work-life balance.
• Positive and Supportive Culture – A mission-driven team environment where your contributions are valued.

Fit for Life –

TERI changes the way the world sees, helps, and empowers individuals touched by special needs. The TERI Campus of Life models a more integrated society where the entire community learns, creates, and lives well side-by-side.

Here at TERI, health and wellness are integral parts of our culture for both staff and clients. “Fit for Life” is a core value, and all staff are expected to actively participate in TERI wellness programs and personally commit to the agency philosophy of being “Fit for Life.” We have an on-site Fitness Center with a full-time Wellness Team who can help you design personal fitness goals and nutrition plans; additionally, there are many opportunities for individual and group exercise classes offered at times that fit your personal schedule. TERI culture ensures the health and wellness of each client is a top priority.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER –

TERI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. At TERI, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy and related medical conditions, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. TERI believes that diversity and inclusion among our employees is critical to our success, in touching the lives of those we serve and seeking to recruit. We strive to develop and retain the most compassionate and talented people from an extensive and diverse candidate pool.