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Direct Support Professional, Community Independent Living Programs
Location:
Woodland Hills, CA
Description:
If you have a caring heart and a dedication to helping others, PathPoint may be the place for you. We are currently accepting applications for full-time Direct Support Professionals to join our Community Independent Living Services team in Woodland Hills, CA 91367 .In this role, you'll teach independent living skills to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a group setting. This could include cooking and grocery shopping, healthy living and exercise, budgeting and money management, scheduling and attending medical appointments, or other skills depending on the individual's personal goals. You may also have the opportunity to share your personal hobbies with the individuals you are supporting. This is a full-time position, Monday-Friday 4-11PM. Occasional weekend work as needed. What You'll Do: Teach a variety of household skills, including cooking, laundry, paying bills, budgeting, emergency preparedness, shopping, and hygiene. Assist individuals with establishing goals, expressing preferences, and resolving problems. Learn and apply Person-Centered Thinking approach Assist individuals in scheduling medical appointments, maintaining medical records and escorting to appointments as needed. Prepare meals and snacks with individuals. Actively participate in meetings and discussions regarding individual's progress. Maintain daily logs and data reports. What We're Looking For: Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 including booster if eligible, or have an approved exemption High school diploma or GED is required. Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Education or a related field preferred Prior experience supporting or instructing individuals with disabilities is preferred but not required; if you are interested in this job but do not have directly relevant experience, we'd still love to hear from you! Strong interpersonal skills Must pass pre-employment fingerprint background check, TB screening and basic health screening Must have a valid driver's license, be eligible for coverage on PathPoint's auto insurance policy, and have use of a vehicle for work purposes, including transporting individuals supported Culturally sensitive and aware of differences in employees based on cultural backgrounds; aware of one's own culture and how someone's background may lead to biases; has the skills and resources needed to work with employees from all different cultures and the ability to avoid making biased assumptions based on someone's culture 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 Paid vacation and holidays Paid sick leave 403(b) retirement savings plan with company match Other perks like wellness program with cash rewards, Employee Assistance Program, and referral bonuses Extra pay for bilingual staff (Spanish or ASL if the skill is needed) Compensation: This is an hourly, non-exempt position starting at $19.00 per hour. The pay range is $15.50-$21.53 an hour. The pay range is subject to change based on a variety of factors, and the maximum pay represents the wage potential based on attaining the highest level of position experience, talent, and responsibilities. Bilingual: If you are bilingual (English-Spanish or English-ASL), the starting wage is $19.30 per hour and the pay range is $15.50-$22.61. The pay range is subject to change based on a variety of factors, and the maximum pay represents the wage potential based on attaining the highest level of position experience, talent, and responsibilities. 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. Job Posted by ApplicantPro
Company:
Pathpoint
Posted:
December 26 2023 on ApplicantPool
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