DSP profesional de soporte directo

FREE TO BE PROGRAMS; Lancaster (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Competitive salary

Training & development

Job summary

FREE TO BE PROGRAMS in California is seeking Direct Support Professionals to support residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The ideal candidate will implement individualized behavior support plans and help residents develop essential life skills.

This role requires current certifications in DSP, First Aid & CPR, and strong skills in crisis response and emotional regulation. We offer competitive salary and ongoing training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Current DSP I and DSP II certifications preferred.
• Current First Aid & CPR certification required.
• CPI certification and formal de-escalation training is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Implement individualized service and behavior support plans.
• Provide structured life skills coaching.
• Support residents in building independence.

Skills

Behavior coaching

Crisis response

Emotional regulation

Education

DSP I and DSP II certifications

First Aid & CPR certification

CPI certification

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Training & development

Free To Be Programs operates two Level 6 four bed residential group homes serving adults and adolescents with intellectual and developmental disabilities who require structured, behaviorally supported environments.

Our homes are intentionally small and clinically supported to ensure consistent implementation of behavior plans, individualized attention, and meaningful life skills development. At Free To Be Programs, our mission is to empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live meaningful, self-directed lives as valued members of their community. We prioritize dignity, independence, and measurable growth.

Direct Support Professionals are expected to actively participate in behavioral training and ongoing professional development.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement individualized service and behavior support plans with fidelity
• Provide structured life skills coaching (hygiene, meal preparation, budgeting, routines, communication, social skills)
• This role requires active coaching, behavioral consistency, and professional accountability.

Required Qualifications

• Current DSP I and DSP II certifications Preferred
• Current First Aid & CPR certification
• CPI certification and formal de-escalation training PreferredDemonstrated experience implementing structured behavior support plans
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to successfully complete Live Scan background clearance

Ideal Candidate

• Confident in behaviorally intensive environments
• Skilled in crisis response and emotional regulation
• Committed to fostering independence and meaningful living
• Professional in documentation and interdisciplinary collaboration
• Open to feedback, CEUs, and ongoing behavioral coaching

Job Duties

• Support residents in building independence, autonomy, and emotional regulation
• Utilize CPI and formal de-escalation techniques during behavioral escalations
• Assist with self-administration of medication in accordance with MAP guidelines
• Collect and document behavioral data accurately and professionally
• Facilitate safe, purposeful community integration
• Maintain a safe, organized, and sanitary residential environment in compliance with licensing and Regional Center standards