Direct Support Professional, Day Program

United States·Thousand Oaksmid

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Key Responsibilities

Teach individuals social/life skills to help them lead more independent lives, including communication skills, mobility, money management, housing, and public transportation.

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Do you enjoy teaching and coaching others? Are you looking for a job where you can be creative, have fun, and make a difference with an awesome team?

PathPoint is excited to welcome full-time Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to join our Life Skills Plus day program in Thousand Oaks CA 91360. PathPoint's day services provide skills training and support for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. As a Direct Support Professional, you will lead in-person, community-based, and virtual classes. The curriculum includes art, music, cooking, volunteering, and more. We're looking for creative and compassionate people who are teachers at heart, and we encourage you to bring your own ideas for new curriculum!

What We Offer

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✓Culture of kindness, compassion and respect

✓Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

✓Opportunity to make a difference in your community every day

✓Flexible schedule

✓Mental health day after 60 days and on 1st and 2nd anniversaries

✓Medical, dental, and vision insurance

✓Paid vacation and holidays

✓Paid sick leave

✓403(b) retirement savings plan with company match

✓Other perks like a wellness program, employee assistance program, and referral bonuses

✓Extra pay for bilingual staff (Spanish or ASL if the skill is needed)

Responsibilities

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→Teach individuals social/life skills to help them lead more independent lives, including communication skills, mobility, money management, housing, and public transportation.
→Teach individuals vocational skills to help prepare them for entry-level employment.
→Supervise individuals during hours of instruction and on community outings and volunteering.
→Build friendly and professional rapport with individuals and act as a positive role model for work habits, communication skills, and social skills.
→Prepare weekly schedules, monthly training projections, and written progress reports.

Patience, compassion, and the ability to interact with individuals with disabilities, their family members, and others in a positive and constructive manner.
Comfortable working both indoors and outdoors.
Must have a valid California driver's license with a satisfactory driving record and be eligible for coverage on PathPoint's auto insurance policy.
Culturally aware, acknowledges diverse employee backgrounds, possesses skills to collaborate across cultures, and avoids biased assumptions based on cultural differences.
High school diploma or GED required

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, and we offer reasonable accommodations to support successful employment to those with disabilities.