Direct Support Professional (DSP) – East Los Angeles
The Direct Support Professional (DSP) at Confidential Client provides hands-on support to individuals with developmental disabilities, focusing on promoting independence, community engagement, and personal goal achievement. This role involves supervising participants, implementing person-centered activities, assisting with personal care, and maintaining accurate documentation, all within a supportive team environment. The position requires physical assistance capabilities, strong communication skills, and a commitment to participant safety and dignity in a dynamic, on-site setting.
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About the role
Confidential Client is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) — also known internally as Community Coaches — to support participants in Hazard, CA. This is an ongoing, entry-level friendly opportunity with flexible full-time, part-time, and per-diem schedules. Pay: $20.00 per hour.
Why join Confidential Client
- Meaningful, hands-on work supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities
- Flexible shifts (full-time, part-time, per diem) and paid training
- Growth opportunities in human services and behavioral health
- Inclusive workplace with commitment to person-centered supports
What you’ll do
- Actively supervise participants at all times to ensure health, safety, and engagement
- Implement activities and lesson plans that support each participant’s Person-Centered Plan (PCP) goals
- Create and facilitate inclusive group activities and help develop monthly activity calendars
- Complete accurate daily documentation of participant progress and report concerns promptly
- Provide personal care (feeding, toileting, hygiene, Hoyer lift assistance when required) in licensed programs
- Support community outings, volunteer access, and safe transport (drive agency vehicles or accompany on public transit once approved)
- Complete required trainings (e.g., active supervision, behavior support, lifting/transferring, feeding/personal care)
- Uphold confidentiality, participant dignity, and mandated reporting responsibilities
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent (required)
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience (preferred)
- 1–2 years working with individuals with developmental disabilities (preferred)
- Able to perform physical assistance and lifting (up to 50 lbs at times) — required
- Willingness to support participants in swimming and community activities — required
- Strong written and verbal communication skills — required
- Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed
- Ability to obtain First Aid/CPR certification and pass background (LiveScan) check — required
- Valid driver’s license and DMV record (for driver roles) — preferred; driving is an essential function for some positions
- Proficiency with documentation systems (ProCare), Microsoft Office, and data systems — preferred
- For childcare programs, 12 ECE college units may be required
Work environment & special conditions
- Work takes place in program sites and community locations in Hazard, CA; roles may include office and outdoor settings
- This position is a mandated reporter role under California law and must comply with applicable public health and licensing requirements
- Selected candidates must complete TB test, LiveScan, drug screening, required vaccinations (including Hepatitis B, TDaP, and MMR where applicable), and a fitness-for-duty clearance
- Driver applicants must provide DMV driving records and proof of insurance; unacceptable driving records may disqualify an offer
Compensation & benefits
- Pay: $20.00 per hour
- Benefits (where eligible): medical (e.g., Kaiser), dental, vision, generous PTO, 12 paid holidays, employee discounts, mileage/cellphone reimbursement where applicable
- Paid training and opportunities for advancement in human services and behavioral health
What to expect in the hiring process
Careertakes will support the recruiting process for Confidential Client. You may be considered for multiple openings that match your availability and preferences. Final hiring decisions are made by the client. Conditional offers will require completion of background checks, medical/fitness clearances, and any program-specific onboarding.
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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