Direct Support Professional

Job Description

Job Description

Are you looking for a meaningful career where you can make a difference in peoples' lives?PathPoint is seeking a full and part-time Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) and DSPs with Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certifications to join our Community Access Project (CAP) team in Santa Barbara, CA. CAP is a day program that provides skills training and support to adults with physical and developmental disabilities, including some who are non-ambulatory. As a DSP, you will teach a variety of skills in virtual and in-person classrooms, as well as on community outings. We're looking for creative and compassionate people who are teachers at heart, and we encourage you to bring your own ideas for new curriculum!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: Monday-Friday, 9am-3:00pm, 30 hours per weekCompensation: $26.50 per hour. If you are bilingual (Spanish or ASL), the starting wage is $26.80 per hour. The pay range for this position is $16.50-$27.20 an hour. The pay range is subject to change based on a variety of factors.Why Work At PathPoint:Culture of kindness, compassion and respectCommitment to diversity, equity, and inclusionOpportunity to make a difference in your community every dayFlexible scheduleMental health day after 60 days and on 1st and 2nd anniversariesPaid sick leave403(b) retirement savings plan with company matchOther perks like a wellness program, employee assistance program, and referral bonusesWhat You'll Do:Work with a small group of individuals in a facility-based day programLead in-person and online groups that help individuals develop skills, which may include art, music, cooking, recreation, vocational skills, assistive technology, and moreAccompany groups on community outings for recreation or volunteer opportunitiesAssist individuals with activities of daily living and personal care, which includes helping with meals and eating, toileting, transferring, changing, etc.Have the potential to share your own talents and hobbies as part of program curriculumRegularly document individuals' progress toward their goalsCollaborate with and be supported by your teammates every dayWhat We're Looking For:Previous experience working with individuals with disabilities as a caregiver, DSP, or CNA is desirable 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!Must have a valid California driver's license with a satisfactory driving record in order to drive company vansAbility to endure physical activities such as moving from location to location, stooping, and lifting up to 50 pounds with assistanceMust be comfortable assisting individuals with personal care/activities of daily livingCulturally aware, acknowledges diverse employee backgrounds, possesses skills to collaborate across cultures, and avoids biased assumptions based on cultural differences.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, and we offer reasonable accommodations to support successful employment to those with disabilities.Pre-employment background checks and health screenings will only be required post-offer.