Independent Living Skills Direct Support Professional

Independent Living Skills Direct Support Professional

We are Hiring Independent Living Skills Specialist

Full-Time Opportunities | San Jose Compensation I $24–$25/hour

At Ability Path, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live a full, meaningful, and independent life.

We're looking for compassionate, energetic, and community-minded Independent Living Skills Specialists to support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities as they build life skills, achieve personal goals, and thrive in their communities.

Whether you're helping someone learn to navigate public transportation, prepare a meal, build friendships, explore employment, or achieve greater independence, every day is an opportunity to make a lasting impact.

As an Independent Living Skills Specialist, you'll work one-on-one with adults in their homes and throughout the community to help them reach their goals and live as independently as possible.

You'll:

• Coach and teach independent living skills based on each person's unique goals and strengths.
• Partner with individuals to develop personalized, person-centered plans that promote growth and independence.
• Support healthy living through nutrition, wellness, exercise, and daily routines.
• Encourage participation in community activities, recreation, volunteering, and relationship building.
• Assist individuals in exploring employment interests and developing workplace readiness skills.
• Collaborate with families, support teams, and community partners to provide coordinated services.
• Track progress, document outcomes, and celebrate achievements along the way.

At Ability Path, we invest in our employees because we know great people create great outcomes.

• 4 weeks of Paid Time Off

• 10 paid holidays

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage beginning upon hire

• 401(k) with employer match

• Performance bonus opportunities

• Educational reimbursement and professional development support

• Mileage reimbursement

• A collaborative, mission-driven team dedicated to inclusion and belonging

We're seeking people who are compassionate, dependable, and passionate about helping others succeed.

• One or more years of work or volunteer experience supporting adults with disabilities

• Experience working in professional or community-based settings

• Associate degree (completed or in progress)

Don't meet every qualification? We still encourage you to apply. We know great candidates come from many different backgrounds and experiences.

Ability Path is a nonprofit organization providing services across the lifespan for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Guided by our mission to accept, respect, and include people of all abilities, we create opportunities that empower individuals, strengthen families, and build more inclusive communities.

We are committed to fostering a workplace where diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are woven into everything we do.

Employment is contingent upon successfully completing:

• Valid California Driver's License (or California  applicable)

• Negative TB test

• Occupational physical clearance

• DOJ/FBI fingerprint clearance

• Must be at least 18 years old (or possess appropriate work authorization if applicable)

This position is active and community-based. Team members should be able to:

• Drive and transport adults served safely throughout the community

• Participate in community, recreational, vocational, and household activities

• Lift up to 25 pounds as needed

• Perform physical activities throughout the workday

Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process and employment.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

Learning Links is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We want to have the best available persons in every job. Our policy prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), color, national origin, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry (including…