Direct Support Professional - Summer Program

Are you someone who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of others? Do you enjoy caring for and mentoring others with disabilities? MyPath and its Operating Companies provide specialized services and dignified care for children, adolescents and adults with special needs. Our companies provide a spectrum of services and support which promote the ability of those we serve to live as independently as possible in the community. Overview Are you passionate about creating fun, meaningful experiences for children and young adults with special needs? Do you enjoy staying active, being creative, and making a real difference in your community? Join Paragon Activity Club (PAC) — a one-of-a-kind recreational program where every day is filled with growth, connection, and fun. Paragon Activity Club provides a positive and engaging environment where participants build friendships while enjoying activities, events, and community outings. Each day offers opportunities to develop social skills, independence, and daily living skills in ways tailored to every individual — because at PAC, there is no one-size-fits-all approach. Job Summary We are seeking energetic, compassionate, and dependable team members to support participants during after-school respite and school-break camp programming. In this role, you will help create a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment while leading recreational activities, encouraging social interaction, and supporting daily living skills. This position is ideal for individuals interested in education, recreation, social services, psychology, or anyone who loves working with children and young adults in a fun, team-focused setting. What You’ll Do Supervise and actively engage participants in recreational activities, games, and community outings Support social skill development, independence, and daily living skills Provide encouragement, guidance, and positive behavior support Assist with activity planning, set-up, and clean-up Ensure participant safety at all times Communicate effectively with team members and program leadership Help foster an inclusive and welcoming environment for all participants What We’re Looking For Passion for working with children and young adults with special needs Positive attitude, patience, and reliability Ability to stay active and engaged throughout the shift Strong teamwork and communication skills Experience in childcare, education, recreation, camps, or human services is a plus (not required) Schedule & Availability Ideal candidates are available for: Monday thru Friday from 8:30am to 3:30pm Program starts June 8, 2026 through August 21, 2026 Flexible scheduling may be available based on program needs. Why Join PAC? Fun, active, and rewarding work environment Meaningful experience supporting individuals with special needs Excellent experience for students or those pursuing careers in education, therapy, recreation, or human services Opportunity to make a lasting impact in your community Additional Information MyPath is composed of a beautifully diverse spectrum of employees with different characteristics, abilities, and life experiences. We believe that equitable, diverse, and inclusive practices in our workspaces are integral to the existence of MyPath. We value our diverse spectrum of Owners, the individuals we serve and the communities we encounter. Our success as an organization is directly proportional to our ability to create belonging and genuinely engage our Owners and potential Owners. We ask for demographic information so that we can be intentional in supporting our Owners best. Although not required, we would appreciate you sharing to help our commitment of cultivating a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and belonging MyPath. Our Culture At MyPath, we support an ownership culture throughout the organization. Our culture is based on our five beliefs and behaviors: Passion Accountability Teamwork Openness Continuous Learning and Innovation As an employee owner, you can expect transparency, respect and appreciation. You’ll impact the place you work and map a career within MyPath. With your passion and our breadth of services, your options are nearly limitless! MyPath is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We embrace the unique characteristics, abilities, and life experiences of our employees and believe that equitable and inclusive practices are essential to our success. We value the diversity of our Owners, the individuals we serve, and the communities we engage with. #J-18808-Ljbffr