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This Is Not Your Typical DSP Position
Our Santa Rosa Day Program is an active group environment where DSPs spend their day teaching, mentoring, engaging, and supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in small groups that are part of a larger group.
What You'll Actually Do:
Lead cooking, art, music, recreation, and life-skills activities
Teach and reinforce skills that promote independence
Support community outings and volunteer activities
Provide personal care, including restroom, hygiene, eating, and mobility support
Provide behavioral support and use trained de-escalation techniques
Support individuals with verbal and nonverbal communication needs
Follow individualized support and behavior plans
Drive company vehicles for outings and community activities
Complete accurate electronic documentation
Prepare, clean, and reset program areas
Work with your team to maintain a safe, positive, and consistent environment
Your Experience Matters. We're looking for candidates with hands-on experience supporting individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities, behavioral needs, personal care needs, or similar support needs.
Relevant backgrounds may include Direct Support Professional (DSP), Caregiver, Behavior Technician, Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), Paraprofessional, Teacher's Aide, Respite Provider, Residential Counselor, Community Support Worker, Job Coach, Employment Specialist, or similar human services experience.
What We're Looking For
6+ months experience supporting adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities, highly preferred
Must be 21 years or older
High school diploma or GED
Valid driver's license and ability to drive a company van
Comfortable providing personal care and behavioral support
Ability to lift and transfer up to 50 pounds
Strong communication and basic computer skills
Dependable, adaptable, engaged, and comfortable taking initiative
Teamwork and ability to receive feedback
Coaching, mentoring, and teaching experience is a huge plus.
Employment type
Part-time
Work arrangement
No
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