Direct Support Professional Social Enrichment Program

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of adults with developmental disabilities Do you have a nurturing spirit and the desire to help others achieve their goals If so we invite you to join our team as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) in our Social Enrichment Program (SEP) in San Luis Obispo CA. In this rewarding role you will provide instruction supervision and support to individuals in both facilitybased adult day program. Your contributions will empower individuals to live fulfilling lives by developing essential skills and achieving personal milestones. Becoming a DSP is more than just a jobits an opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of others. We offer a supportive work environment opportunities for professional growth and the chance to be part of a team that truly values the impact of compassionate care.

About PathPoint: PathPoint is a nonprofit dedicated to helping people flourish. We partner with children adults and families to foster hope build life skills access support systems and form meaningful relationships. We serve communities across Kern Los Angeles San Luis Obispo Santa Barbara and Ventura counties.

Schedule: MondayFriday 8:00am4:00pm 37.5 hours per week.

Compensation: $24.00 per hour. If you are bilingual (Spanish or ASL) the starting wage is $24.30 per hour. The pay range for this position is $16.50$25.90. The pay range is subject to change based on a variety of factors.

Why Work At PathPoint:

• Culture of kindness compassion and respect
• Commitment to diversity equity and inclusion
• 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)

The Impact youll make:

In this role youll develop personalized lesson plans and materials tailored to individual needs leading both inperson and remote classes while planning community outings and coordinating recreational activities. Youll conduct oneonone training sessions to set goals monitor progress and document outcomes while also supervising and coaching groups at work and volunteer sites to enhance their skills and work behaviors. Instruction will focus on sensorymotor skills communication cognition and socialemotional development along with support for personal hygiene and daily living activities. Youll implement behavioral support programs track data and collaborate on Individual Service Plans and PersonCentered Plans. Additionally youll ensure attendance manage supplies and maintain a safe environment.

Qualifications

• 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 wed still love to hear from you!
• Must be comfortable with assisting with personal hygiene and other activities of daily living which may include feeding lifting transferring toileting range of motion; assists individuals with medication.
• Patience compassion and the ability to interact with individuals with disabilities their family members social workers employers and others in a positive and constructive manner.
• Must have a valid California drivers license with a satisfactory driving record 5 years of driving experience and be eligible for coverage on PathPoints 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 is required.
• Strong communication organizational and problemsolving skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

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.

Preemployment background checks and health screenings will only be required postoffer.

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority