DSP (Direct Support Professional)

Nuvia Staffing; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible scheduling options

Opportunities for professional growth

Paid training

Job summary

Nuvia Staffing in Pasadena, California, is seeking a dedicated professional to provide hands-on support for individuals with developmental and behavioral challenges. This full-time role requires a commitment to safety and building strong relationships with clients.

You will assist with daily living tasks and implement behavior support plans while maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. Opportunities for professional growth and paid training are provided to ensure you are well-prepared for your role.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in medication administration, adhering to HIPAA regulations.
• Experience working with individuals with autism or other developmental disabilities.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Familiarity with caregiving environments such as assisted living or nursing settings.
• Strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication; ability to collaborate with clients, families, and colleagues.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Commitment to maintaining a clean and safe environment for those in care.
• Paid training provided to prepare for the role.
• Competitive compensation and flexible scheduling options.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on support to individuals with developmental challenges.
• Implement individualized behavior support plans using trained techniques.
• Lead structured programming and document client progress.
• Implement individualized behavior support plans using approved techniques with dignity and safety.
• Respond to escalated behaviors with de-escalation and safe intervention as needed.
• Lead structured programming and recreational activities aligned with behavioral goals.
• Accurately document behaviors, interventions, and client progress in compliance with regulatory standards.

Skills

Experience with individuals with autism

Medication administration

Strong interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Safety awareness

Paid training

Growth opportunities

Flexible scheduling

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Provide hands‑on, physically engaged support to individuals with developmental and behavioral challenges, ensuring safety and stability in a fast‑paced, high‑interaction environment.
• Serve as a mentor and positive role model, building strong, consistent relationships that promote trust, accountability, and personal growth.
• Assist with daily living tasks including personal care, meal preparation, and medication support.
• Implement individualized behavior support plans using approved intervention techniques, maintaining control of situations while prioritizing dignity and safety.
• Respond confidently to escalated behaviors, including verbal aggression, resistance, or crisis situations, using trained de‑escalation and, when necessary, safe physical intervention methods.
• Lead structured, active programming and recreational activities that channel energy in positive ways and support behavioral goals.
• Accurately document behaviors, interventions, and client progress in compliance with all regulatory and organizational standards.

Required Skills

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Proven experience in medication administration, with adherence to HIPAA regulations.
• Experience working with individuals with autism or other developmental disabilities is highly valued.
• Familiarity with caregiving, assisted living, social work, or nursing home environments.
• Strong interpersonal skills (written and verbal communication), with the ability to collaborate effectively with clients, families, and colleagues.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Commitment to maintaining a clean and safe environment for individuals in your care.
• Competitive compensation and flexible scheduling options.
• Opportunities for professional growth in the field of direct support.
• Paid training to ensure you’re well‑prepared for your role.

Job Type

Full‑time

Expected Hours

Minimum 32 hours per week