Direct Support Professional - PathPoint

Are you looking for a meaningful career where you can make a positive difference in peoples' lives? Do you like being a team player and working closely with others in a fun and creative environment? Do you have any special talents or skills that you can share with others to enrich their lives? If you found yourself answering "yes!" to these questions, then you may be the ideal person for joining PathPoint's day program team!

PathPoint is currently seeking a [FULL-TIME/PART-TIME] Direct Support Professional to join our [NAME OF PROGRAM] team in [CITY], CA [ZIP CODE]. [NAME OF PROGRAM] is a day service that provides skills training and support for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

As a Direct Support Professional, you will teach a variety of skills on community outings and in the classroom. The fun curriculum includes art, music, cooking, gardening, photography, 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! The schedule for this position is [SCHEDULE].

What You'll Do:

• 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.
• 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.

What We're Looking For:

• Must be vaccinated against COVID-19 including booster if eligible, or have an approved exemption
• High school diploma or GED is required; in lieu of a diploma/GED, 2+ years of directly relevant experience is acceptable
• Previous experience working with individuals with disabilities or disadvantages is desirable but not required. If you are interested in this opportunity but do not have directly relevant experience, we'd still love to hear from you!
• Experience in customer service is a plus!
• Must pass Live Scan DOJ fingerprint background check, TB screening and basic health screening
• Must have a valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record to drive groups on community outings

Why Work At PathPoint:

• Culture of kindness, compassion and respect
• Opportunity to make a difference in your community every day
• Mental health day after 60 days and on 1st and 2nd anniversaries
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus flexible spending accounts*
• Paid vacation and holidays*
• Paid sick leave
• 403(b) retirement savings plan with company match
• Other perks like wellness program, referral bonuses, and employee assistance program

*Benefits noted with an asterisk are for full-time employees regularly scheduled for 30+ hours per week.

Compensation: This is an hourly, non-exempt position starting at [PAY SCALE] per hour, plus extra pay if you are bilingual and that skill is needed.

About PathPoint: PathPoint, a non-profit organization based in Santa Barbara, supports people in living the life they choose. PathPoint partners with people with disabilities, people with mental health diagnoses, and young adults to pursue their hopes and dreams through strengthening workplace abilities, building life skills, and developing meaningful relationships. Founded in 1964, it offers services in five Central Coast and Southern California counties: Kern, Los Angeles, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Ventura.

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.