Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Crestline
The Direct Support Professional (DSP) at Confidential Client provides hands-on support to individuals with developmental disabilities, focusing on promoting independence, safety, and community engagement. This role involves implementing personalized activity plans, assisting with personal care, supervising community outings, and maintaining accurate documentation to support participant goals. The position requires strong communication skills, physical assistance capabilities, and a commitment to person-centered practices within a supportive team environment.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Nonprofit human services supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
About the Role
Confidential Client is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) — also called Community Coaches — for Camp Paivika in Crestline, CA. This is an ongoing hiring posting for full-time, part-time, and per-diem schedules. Starting pay: $20.00/hr.
What You’ll Do
As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) you will support participants with intellectual and developmental disabilities to pursue goals, participate in community and program activities, and remain safe and engaged.
- Actively supervise participants to ensure health, safety, and engagement
- Implement activities and lesson plans tied to each participant’s Person-Centered Plan (PCP)
- Create and lead inclusive group activities and monthly activity calendars
- Provide hands-on personal care (feeding, toileting, diapering, lifting/transferring; may include hoyer lift)
- Supervise and support community outings; drive agency vehicles or accompany on public transit once approved
- Complete accurate, timely documentation of participant progress and case notes
- Participate in required trainings, coaching, and staff meetings
Who Should Apply
This role fits candidates with backgrounds as caregivers, IHSS providers, DSPs, behavior technicians/RBTs, paraprofessionals, CNAs, home health aides, classroom aides, or job coaches. Entry-level candidates with strong people skills and willingness to learn are welcome.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred
- 1–2 years’ experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred
- Ability to provide physical assistance (lifting/transferring) required
- Willingness to participate in swimming and community activities required
- Strong written and verbal communication skills required
- Ability to work with diverse populations in a multicultural environment required
- Proficiency with documentation systems (ProCare), Microsoft Office, and data tools preferred
- Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed
- Valid driver’s license preferred (required for driver roles)
- Ability to obtain First Aid/CPR certification
- Successful completion of background check (LiveScan) required
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
- Work includes both indoor (office/camp) and outdoor settings
- Requires prolonged periods of standing, moving, and occasional desk/computer work
- Occasional lifting up to 50 pounds
Special Conditions & Pre-Employment Requirements
Candidates selected will be required to complete (as a condition of employment):
- TB test
- LiveScan (fingerprinting/background check)
- Drug screening
- Required vaccinations (Hepatitis B, TDaP, MMR) and annual influenza verification or declination
- Physical / fitness-for-duty clearance
Driver roles require a DMV driving record, valid license, and proof of insurance; offers contingent on satisfactory driving history.
This position is subject to mandated reporter responsibilities under California law. All employees are hired at-will; introductory probationary period applies.
Compensation & Benefits
- Pay: $20.00 per hour
- Flexible schedules: full-time, part-time, and per-diem options
- Paid training and entry-level friendly
- Benefits (where eligible): medical (Kaiser), dental, vision, generous PTO, 12 paid holidays, employee discounts, and mileage/cellphone reimbursement where applicable
- Opportunities for growth in human services and behavioral health
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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