Direct Support Professional (DSP, up to $25 per hour)

At DABS, Inc., we provide comprehensive skills training and supported living services to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. As a Direct Support Professional, you will be a valued member of a mission-driven team in one of two vital tracks: Personal Attendant (PA) or Skills Instructor (SI), working in both home and community settings. Since 2005, we’ve been empowering individuals to lead more independent lives through advocacy, innovation, and unwavering commitment.

Responsibilities

Provide consistent, person-centered supervision within the individual's home and community; Supervise and provide occasional hands-on support for Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) including bathing, toileting, dressing, personal hygiene, meal preparation/feeding, light housekeeping and laundry; Supervise medication administration when needed; Accompany and/or transport individuals to medical and personal appointments; Observe and report changes in health, behavior, and/or environments; Complete daily logs and progress notes in compliance with DDS, Regional Center, and agency standards; Participate in interdisciplinary meetings; Teach independent living skills including cooking, meal planning, household management, budgeting, shopping, and personal organization; Assist individuals with scheduling, daily routines, and personal responsibilities; Support individuals in accessing and participating in community activities; Promote health, safety, and wellness through instruction; Reinforce self-advocacy skills, decision-making abilities, and personal goal setting; Use de-escalation techniques to ensure safety during community-based activities

Requirements

0-3 years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities; Ability to maintain professional relationships with families and stakeholders; Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and implement established care plans; Ability to maintain high standards of professional ethics, including punctual attendance; Ability to provide care with empathy, cultural sensitivity, and respect for personal values; Ability to communicate clearly and document observations accurately; Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation; Employment contingent upon passing a background check; Tuberculosis (TB) clearance; Valid CPR/First Aid certification; Valid California driver's license, reliable transportation, and proof of current automobile insurance if transporting individuals; Ability to stand, walk, and assist individuals with mobility as needed; Ability to lift up to 25-40 pounds if required; Ability to travel within the community

Benefits

Healthcare benefits; Paid sick leave; Mileage reimbursement; Cell phone reimbursement; Opportunities for training and development; Promotion from within