Empowering Direct Support Professional - Community DSP

Toward Maximum Independence; Moreno Valley (CA); On-site; USD 26,174 - 28,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k) Employer Match

Sick & Vacation Hours

Job summary

Toward Maximum Independence (TMI) seeks Direct Support Professionals to empower adults with developmental disabilities in Escondido and surrounding areas. Roles are full-time and part-time, with hours Monday–Friday 8am–2pm and compensation listed per status.

Locations include Corona, Riverside, Moreno Valley, Perris and nearby communities. You will train and support clients in community settings, develop supportive plans, and promote independence through personalized activities.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma/GED.
• Experience: 1 year working in social services, education, or with the developmentally disabled population preferred.
• Driving: 3 years driving experience; own vehicle; willing to drive up to 3 clients in your personal vehicle at once (mileage reimbursed at current IRS rate)

Responsibilities

• Train, support, and monitor clients while in the community.
• Participate in the development of a circle of support, to build relationships with family, friends, neighbors, and other community.
• Develop individualized adaptive support materials as needed.
• Develop and expand clients’ participation in integrated employment activities.
• Assist with development and implementation of clients’ annual plan, goals, and objectives.
• Participate in clients’ annual IPP meeting.
• Provide same day shift coverage as requested by supervisor.

Skills

1 year experience in social services

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Toward Maximum Independence (TMI) seeks Direct Support Professionals to empower adults with developmental disabilities in Escondido and surrounding areas. Roles are full-time and part-time, with hours Monday–Friday 8am–2pm and compensation listed per status.

Locations include Corona, Riverside, Moreno Valley, Perris and nearby communities. You will train and support clients in community settings, develop supportive plans, and promote independence through personalized activities.