Empowerment Specialist - Direct Support (Part-Time)

New Horizons, Serving Individuals with Special Needs; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; AUD 37,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision & Dental

Paid Sick Leave

Holiday pay differential

CPR/AED & First Aid trainings

Discounts program

Referral program

FSA

Job summary

New Horizons is hiring Direct Support Professionals to provide hands-on daily support and guidance for individuals with developmental disabilities in North Hills, CA. This part-time role offers a stable schedule, Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–4:00 PM, totaling 32.5 hours per week with a 30-minute unpaid lunch.

No prior caregiving experience needed; comprehensive training starts day one. Candidates must be 21+, have a High School Diploma or equivalent, and be able to drive in California with a valid

Qualifications

• Legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Minimum of 21 years of age.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Full professional proficiency in verbal and written English.
• Minimum of three (3) years of licensed driving experience.
• Valid California Driver’s License with a driving record that meets agency insurability standards.
• Willingness and ability to safely operate an 8-passenger agency vehicle.
• Successful completion of all pre-employment screenings, including a criminal background check, comprehensive drug screening, physical evaluation, and tuberculosis (TB) clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on daily support and guidance for individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Support development of life skills and goal achievement.
• Participate in trainings and adhere to program policies and safety guidelines.

Skills

Empathy

Reliability

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

New Horizons is hiring Direct Support Professionals to provide hands-on daily support and guidance for individuals with developmental disabilities in North Hills, CA. This part-time role offers a stable schedule, Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–4:00 PM, totaling 32.5 hours per week with a 30-minute unpaid lunch.

No prior caregiving experience needed; comprehensive training starts day one. Candidates must be 21+, have a High School Diploma or equivalent, and be able to drive in California with a valid