Direct Support Professional

Job Description

Job Description

ETTA (non-profit)Supporting Adults with Intellectual and Developmental DisabilitiesETTA's Supported Living Services (SLS) Department is SeekingOn-Call Direct Support Professional (DSP)for Young Adult WomanPOSITION TITLEDirect Support Professional (DSP)ETTA ORGANIZATION(non- profit)DEPARTMENTSupported Living Services (SLS)EXPERIENCESome professional or personal experience supporting individuals with special needs. Experience with behaviors is a plus but not required. (ETTA provides paid training.)THE IDEAL APPLICANT - IS THIS YOU?Seeking staff who would be committed and skilled at guiding client to make progress with her personal growth and independence in life. The ideal applicant is friendly, fun-loving and personable, with positive energy and enthusiasm. Client enjoys getting out in the community and engaging staff and others in lively conversation. This position requires some minor assistance with basic personal hygiene (but DOES NOT require more personal hands-on care, such as showering, dressing, toileting assistance). LOCATIONWestside (Brentwood)SCHEDULESON -CALL position.*Must have fairly open and flexible availability in order to provide as much coverage as possible for any shift that has a need as it arises. Anticipated hours per month is estimated at 20-to-30 (however can be as high as 50 per month or more, depending on the on-call needs during any particular month).START DATEAs soon as possibleHOURLY RATE OF PAYStarting rate is $20 per hourAs a Direct Support Professional (DSP)You Will Motivate, Inspire & Assist Your Clientto Live a More Independent & Enriching LifeAbout ETTAETTA is a leading service provider for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, providing a full spectrum of services. ETTA has provided support for its clients and support for their families in the Los Angeles area since 1993. A team of dedicated, professional staff work one-on-one with ETTA's clients, engaging, guiding, and inspiring them to increase community involvement, grow their social network, develop opportunities, and achieve their greatest potential and goals. Learn more about ETTA on our website.As a member of the ETTA team, you will be truly appreciated as you help make someone's world a better place. ETTA staff supports, guides, mentors, and inspires our clients to achieve their goals and live happier, healthier, and more fulfilling lives every day! INDEPENDENCE. INCLUSION. GROWTH.Learn more on ETTA's websiteSee a listing of all our current job openings on the Careers page.Questions? Contact our Recruitment Department:View email address on ziprecruiter.com call View phone number on ziprecruiter.com, ext. 305Submit Your Application Now. Hiring Today. Multiple Openings.*Applicants for the Direct Support Professional (DSP) position must:(1) Be at least 21 years of age;(2) Have a valid driver license for a minimum of three years (with a relatively clean driving record);(3) Have an insured vehicle and be willing to drive with your client (mileage reimbursement provided).ETTA is an Equal Employment Opportunity ("EEO") EmployerLive Scan (DOJ / FBI) background check required