Direct Support Professional

Description Direct Support Professional in Community Integration

Join a mission-driven team dedicated to empowering adults with developmental disabilities. Full-time and Part-time hours available in Escondido and several surrounding areas!

Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8am to 2pm

Compensation: $20.50 (part-time DSP); $19.50 (full-time DSP)

Available Locations: Corona, Riverside, Moreno Valley and Perris areas

The CITP is a community-based vocational and social skills program designed to help individuals develop the skills needed to participate fully in everyday life. Through volunteer opportunities and hands-on experiences, participants progress at their own pace toward personal and employment goals.

• 100% community-based program (small businesses, nonprofits, schools, etc.)
• Focus on skill-building, socialization, and job readiness
• Small group support (3:1 client-to-Job Coach ratio)
• Individualized plans tailored to each participant’s goals and abilities
• Emphasis on independence, personal choice, and community integration

Participants receive personalized support through a collaborative plan involving their Direct Support Professional, including family members, staff, and community partners.

• Train, support, and monitor clients while in the community.
• Participate in the development of a circle of support, to build relationships with family, friends, neighbors, and other community.
• Develop individualized adaptive support materials as needed.
• Develop and expand clients’ participation in integrated employment activities.
• Assist with development and implementation of clients’ annual plan, goals, and objectives
• Participate in clients’ annual Individualized Program Plan (IPP) meeting
• Provide same day shift coverage as requested by supervisor.

• Employer-sponsored Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Generous 401(k) Employer Match
• Accrued Sick & Vacation Hours, along with Years of Service Pay, and Paid Holidays
• Employee discount program (discounts at the SD Zoo, Legoland, dining, gyms, and so much more!)
• Wellness Program with Prize-Winning Monthly Challenges
• Quarterly Opportunity Draws
• Mileage Reimbursement – if applicable
• Free Access to Newly Remodeled Fitness Center at the San Diego Office
• Employee Assistance Program
• Some of the above benefits apply to full-time employees only.

• Education:
  
  High School Diploma/GED
• Experience:
  
  1 year working in social services, education, or with the developmentally disabled population preferred
• Driving: 3 years driving experience; own vehicle for transportation; willing to drive up to 3 clients in your personal vehicle at once (mileage reimbursed at current IRS rate)

Toward Maximum Independence (TMI) supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in leading meaningful, inclusive lives within their communities. Our mission is to empower individuals to build independence, develop skills, and engage in real-world employment and relationships.