Evening DSP for Autism Support — Empower Independence

Jay Nolan Community Services Inc; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plan with company matching

Job summary

Jay Nolan Community Services Inc is seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSP) in Santa Clara, CA to help individuals with autism and developmental disabilities live with dignity and independence. Shifts include Sundays from 2pm to 10pm with opportunities for growth in a supportive team.

DSPs provide one-to-one support, mentor clients, and implement individualized plans while promoting safety and community participation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education, psychology, counseling, nursing, social work, ABA, behavioral medicine, speech and language, rehabilitation, or a similar human services field.
• Experience with individuals with autism and developmental disabilities preferred but not required.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation & current auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one direct support to individuals with autism and developmental disabilities to foster independence.
• Act as a mentor and role model for socially valued ways to interact and support each other.
• Support individuals at home and in the community with various challenges and routines.
• Implement the Individual’s Support Plan (ISP) as developed.
• Assist with personal safety and well-being of individuals.
• Help establish daily/weekly activity schedules to maximize independence.
• Stay up to date with training and certifications.
• Participate hands-on in activities with clients.

Education

Bachelor's degree in education, psychology, counseling, nursing, social work, applied behavior analysis, behavioral medicine, speech and language, rehabilitation, or a comparable degree in a human services field

Job description

Jay Nolan Community Services Inc is seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSP) in Santa Clara, CA to help individuals with autism and developmental disabilities live with dignity and independence. Shifts include Sundays from 2pm to 10pm with opportunities for growth in a supportive team.

DSPs provide one-to-one support, mentor clients, and implement individualized plans while promoting safety and community participation.