Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from PathPoint
Job overview
The Direct Support Professional at PathPoint leads day program classes to teach life and vocational skills to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, supporting their independence and community involvement.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves teaching social, life, and vocational skills, supervising individuals during instruction and outings, building rapport, and preparing schedules and progress reports to support client development.
Compensation and benefits
The position pays $16.50-$25.90 per hour starting at $23.50, with higher pay for bilingual staff, and includes medical, dental, vision insurance, paid vacation, sick leave, a 403(b) plan with company match, mental health days, wellness programs, and referral bonuses.
Experience and skills
Candidates need patience, compassion, a valid California driver's license, cultural awareness, and a high school diploma or GED; experience working with individuals with disabilities is implied but not explicitly required.
Work environment and culture
PathPoint promotes a culture of kindness, compassion, respect, diversity, equity, and inclusion, with a flexible schedule and a supportive work environment.
Company information
PathPoint is a nonprofit serving individuals with disabilities across multiple California counties, focusing on fostering hope, life skills, support access, and meaningful relationships.
Job location and travel
The job is based in Simi Valley, CA, with work both indoors and outdoors, Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 4pm.
Unique job features
The role offers opportunities to create and lead diverse curriculum including art, music, cooking, and volunteering, with extra pay for bilingual skills and a focus on community impact.
Company overview
PathPoint is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing comprehensive support services to individuals with disabilities and disadvantages, helping them achieve independence and employment. Established in 1964, PathPoint offers programs in five California counties, focusing on employment, community access, and residential support. They generate revenue through government contracts, grants, and donations, ensuring sustainable operations and impactful community services. Noteworthy is their long-standing commitment to inclusivity and empowerment, making them a respected entity in the social services sector.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your passion for teaching, coaching, and working creatively with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, emphasizing your ability to develop and lead engaging curriculum such as art, music, and life skills classes.
Focus on showcasing your interpersonal skills, patience, compassion, and experience in building positive rapport with diverse individuals, which aligns with PathPoint's culture of kindness, respect, and inclusion.
Apply through multiple channels including PathPoint's official corporate website, LinkedIn, and other job boards hosting this role to maximize your visibility and chances of consideration.
Connect with current employees in the Life Skills Plus or Day Program division on LinkedIn; start conversations by complimenting their commitment to community impact or asking about their favorite program activities to break the ice.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'life skills training,' 'vocational skills,' 'community-based instruction,' 'patience,' 'compassion,' and 'cultural awareness' to ensure your resume passes initial automated screenings.
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