Direct Support Aide, Day Program

PathPoint

  • Lancaster, CA
  • $20.28 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 5 days ago
  • Apply easily
Do you enjoy teaching and coaching others? Are you looking for a job where you can have fun and make a difference with an awesome team every day?PathPoint is currently seeking a part-time Direct Support Professional (DSP) Aide to join our Community Access Project (CAP) team in Lancaster, CA. CAP is a licensed adult day program that provides skills training and support for adults with physical and developmental disabilities.As an Aide, you will provide one-to-one support for an individual in the program as they learn skills on community outings and in the classroom. The fun curriculum includes art, music, cooking, gardening, and more. 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!Schedule: This is a part-time position for 27.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday 9:00am-2:30pm.Starting Pay: This is an hourly position starting at $20.28 per hour. If you are bilingual (Spanish or ASL), the starting wage is $20.08 per hour. The pay range for this position is $19.27-21.29. 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
  • Flexible schedule
  • Mental health day after 60 days and on 1st and 2nd anniversaries
  • Paid sick leave
  • 403(b) retirement savings plan with company match
  • Other perks like a wellness program, employee assistance program, and referral bonuses
  • Extra pay for bilingual staff (Spanish or ASL if the skill is needed)
What You'll Do:
  • Teach individuals social/life skills to help them lead more independent lives, including communication skills, mobility, money management, housing, and public transportation.
  • Supervise individuals during hours of instruction and on community outings.
  • Build friendly and professional rapport with individuals and act as a positive role model for work habits, communication skills, and social skills.
  • Assist individuals who use wheel chairs with mobility needs.
  • Assist individuals at mealtime, including serving food and providing assistance with eating and drinking if needed.
What We're Looking For:
  • Previous experience working with individuals with disabilities or disadvantages is desirable.
  • Experience teaching, coaching or training others is desirable.
  • Basic knowledge of programs used for remote communication such as Teams/Zoom.
  • Behavioral experience is a plus!
  • Must have a valid California driver's license with a satisfactory driving record, 5 years of driving experience, and be eligible for coverage on PathPoint's 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.
About PathPoint: We are a non-profit dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities, mental health diagnoses, and young adults in living the life they choose. Through strengthening workplace abilities, developing essential life skills, and fostering meaningful relationships, we serve communities in Kern, Los Angeles, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Ventura counties.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.Job Posted by ApplicantPro

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