Special Needs Staff (Adult Day Program) - ETTA

Fun, Social, Activities-based DSP Position

Seeking Direct Support Professional (DSP)
for Adult Male with Autism

Join Our Day Program for Adults with Autism
(and other intellectual and developmental disabilities)

POSITION:

Direct Support Professional
(Special Needs Staff)
for Adult Day Program
and Independent Living Services

Experience with Behaviors Required

DAYS & HOURS:

Mondays - Thursdays
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Sundays
9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

LOCATION:

North Hollywood (San Fernando Valley)

As a member of ETTA's Day Program Team,
You Will Assist Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
to Live More Independent & Enriching Lives.

ETTA is Seeking...

Experienced Direct Support Professional (behaviors experience required)

The Ideal Applicant...

You are a kind, patient person who enjoys physical activity (walking, basketball, etc.) You are happy to go with the flow and follow your client's lead. You are comfortable learning to communicate with someone who is non-verbal. You desire to build a foundation of trust with the person you support. This includes learning how they prefer to communicate, learning their interests and goals, and implementing their feedback with compassion.

Regarding qualifications, you have experience supporting individuals who have behavioral intervention plans. You have helped individuals to implement preventative and reactive strategies for self-regulation. Training and ongoing support provided. Staff must have a valid driver's license, clean DMV record, an insured vehicle and be comfortable driving 20 - 45 miles daily (mileage reimbursement provided). [Male applicants preferred.]

Meet Our Client...

He enjoys physical activities and prefers to stay active throughout the day. He enjoys occasionally socializing with his peers, but he prefers to spend most of his time 1:1 with his staff.

One of his goals is to work on his social skills so he can engage with his peers and community with ease.

Benefits

ETTA'S Full Time employees are offered a generous benefits package that includes:

• Medical Health Insurance / Dental / Vision
• Family Leave
• Retirement Plan
• Group Term Life / LTD
• Annual 80 hours vacation / 48 hours sick time

*Full time is 30 - 40 hours per week / Day Program Staff qualify for benefits

ABOUT ETTA

ETTA, a unique and respected non-profit, has been making a positive difference in the lives of adults with autism and other intellectual and developmental disabilities since 1993.

ETTA's Support Staff
Inspire and guide adults with special needs to
realize the possibilities, expand their horizons,
and achieve their goals.

INDEPENDENCE. INCLUSION. GROWTH.

Learn more on ETTA's website

Questions? Contact our Recruitment Department:

Jerry@etta.org

Or call (818) 985-3882, ext. 305

See a listing of all our current job openings on the Careers page.

*Applicants must:

(1) Be at least 21 years of age;
(2) Have a valid driver license, insured vehicle, and willing to drive with client;
(3) Pass a Live Scan (DOJ/FBI) background check

*Starting rate of pay is $19 per hour.

ETTA is an Equal Employment Opportunity ("EEO") Employer

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