Direct Support Professional, Day Program Floater - PathPoint

PathPoint is seeking a passionate and motivated individual to join our team working as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) and Job Coach in Santa Barbara, CA. In this dual role, you will serve as a floater, offering support across various day programs in the Santa Barbara area. Your responsibilities will include providing direct support to individuals with disabilities and serving as a Job Coach at local job sites, assisting individuals in developing work skills and maintaining competitive employment. This is a great opportunity for individuals interested in growth and leadership within the organization.

The schedule for this position is Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm, 40 hours per week. Must be flexible with working at various sites and programs as needed.

Why Work At PathPoint:

• Earn up to $4,750 in training bonuses by June 2024!*
• Culture of kindness, compassion and respect
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Opportunity to make a difference in your community every day
• Mental health day after 60 days and on 1st and 2nd anniversaries
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Paid sick leave
• 403(b) retirement savings plan with company match
• Other perks like a wellness program, employee assistance program, and referral bonuses

*Based on available funding.

Compensation: This is an hourly, non-exempt position starting at $20.50 per hour. The pay range is $16.00-$23.74* an hour.

Bilingual: If you are bilingual (English-Spanish or English-ASL), the starting wage is $20.80 per hour and the pay range is $16.00-$23.74*.

*The pay range is subject to change based on a variety of factors, and the maximum pay represents the wage potential based on attaining the highest level of position experience, talent, and responsibilities.

As a DSP:

• Provide person-centered support to individuals with disabilities in our Day Program.
• Lead in-person and online groups that help individuals develop skills, which may include art, music, cooking, recreation, vocational skills, assistive technology, and more.
• Foster a positive and inclusive environment for all program participants.
• Accompany groups on community outings for recreation or volunteer opportunities.
• Assist individuals with activities of daily living and personal care, which include helping with meals and eating, toileting, transferring, changing, etc.
• Implement individualized support plans and document progress.

As a Job Coach:

• Supervise and support a group of individuals while they are working at various job sites in the community, ensuring their safety at all times. Observe their abilities and identify any areas for improvement. Provide feedback, assistance, and creative solutions to increase productivity and encourage positive work behavior.
• Develop and implement an individualized plan for coaching individuals to work more independently and write regular progress reports.
• Collaborate with employers and community partners to ensure that partner expectations and agreements are met. Act as a liaison between employers and individuals when needed.

What We're Looking For:

• Previous experience working with individuals with disabilities 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, 5 years of driving experience, and be eligible for coverage on PathPoint's auto insurance policy.
• Ability to endure physical activities such as moving from location to location, stooping, and lifting up to 50 pounds with assistance
• Must be comfortable assisting individuals with personal care/activities of daily living
• Culturally sensitive and aware of differences in employees based on cultural backgrounds; aware of one's own culture and how someone's background may lead to biases; has the skills and resources needed to work with employees from all different cultures and the ability to avoid making biased assumptions based on someone's culture

About PathPoint: PathPoint, a non-profit organization based in Santa Barbara, supports people in living the life they choose. We partner with people with disabilities, people with mental health diagnoses, and young adults to pursue their hopes and dreams through strengthening workplace abilities, building life skills, and developing meaningful relationships. PathPoint serves over 2,000 individuals annually in five counties of Central and Southern California: San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, Ventura, Los Angeles, and Kern.

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.