DSP / Direct Support Professional

AbleLight; Lake Forest (CA); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

AbleLight in California is seeking a Full-time Direct Support Professional to provide care and support in a residential setting. You will help residents develop and implement individual plans, support daily living activities, and promote independence with dignity.

Responsibilities include assisting with personal care, meals, and medical appointments, along with ensuring safety and compliance with policies. A compassionate, mission-driven team member will thrive here.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred, but not required unless directed by state regulations.
• 0 Years of prior work experience required; on-the-job training provided.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care and companionship aligned with individual support plans.
• Assist with personal care tasks including bathing, dressing, bathroom assistance, or light housekeeping.
• Assist with meal preparation and serving per individual diet plans.
• Administer medications as documented under nurse supervision.
• Assist with medical appointments, outings, and errands.
• Support engagement in activities to enhance quality of life and personal goals.
• Maintain accurate records and comply with safety and state requirements.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Motivation

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Posted Friday, August 21, 2026 at 8:00 AM

Job Summary

Provides care and support in residential setting to the people we serve by assisting in the development and implementation of individual Support Plans, including spiritual life supports, assisting people in achieving their personal goals and desires, providing interaction and choices for activities that support a meaningful day, supporting people to be independent in activities of daily living and personal care as needed

85% Direct Care & Support

• Provides daily support, care and companionship aligned with the individual Support Plan (ISP) with dignity and respect.
• Provides personal care such as bathing, dressing, bathroom assistance or housekeeping.
• Prepare and serve meals in accordance with individual diet plans.
• Administers medication, prescriptions as documented under the direction (supervision) of a nurse.
• Schedule as requested and take individuals to medical appointments, outings, or errands.
• Support engaging activities to maximize and enhance the quality of daily living and support individuals’ personal goals and quality of life.
• Ensures general event reporting (GER), record keeping is maintained that is aligned with medical orders, state compliance requirements, abuse reporting, court orders and AbleLight quality and internal procedures and guidelines.

15% Other Program Support

• Participate by providing insight into daily activities and interest of an individual in the development and updating of individual support plans.
• Purchase food and supplies when instructed.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and healthy environment always in the residence.
• Ensures care and residence is fully compliance with safety protocols.
• Attending staff meetings and participating in continuing education.

The above reflects the general details necessary to describe the principle and essential functions of the position and shall not be construed as the only duties that may be assigned for the position.

Knowledge, Skill, and Abilities for Success in the Role

Knowledge : Theoretical or practical understanding of a subject acquired and increases through experience. Skills:

Proficiencies developed through training, practice, or experience. Abilities: The level and quality of being able to do something improved with training and experience

• Excellent Teamwork and Communication Skills
• Passion and motivation to our mission and the people we serve.
• Willingness to learn and grow

Our Values - The "Way" We Work

Mission First

We are called to support others to flourish and that deserves our full energy, commitment, and focus.

One AbleLight

We are ONE TEAM working together to advance quality. We value collaboration, accountability, transparency, and courage.

We are guided by our Christian Faith because all people have infinite value. We welcome and love every person, we act with empathy, grace, dignity, and patience.

Minimum Job Qualifications

Education:

High School diploma or equivalent preferred, but not required unless directed by state regulations.

Experience:

0 Years

Lic or Cert

Program specific based on state requirements: may or may not need a Driver's License with no negative Motor Vehicle Record findings.