Direct Support Professional - Full Time Work!

Direct Support Professional - Job Coach

Status: Full-Time 
Work Hours: Monday thru Friday 8am-4pm or 9am-5pm
Primary Location: North County San Diego 
Salary: $19.50 an hour

TMI’s Primary Purpose

TMI is dedicated to assisting children and adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities such as autism spectrum disorder, Down syndrome, epilepsy, and cerebral palsy, as well as the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, to live, work, and participate in their community. Employees are expected to work effectively with people with such disabilities, known at TMI as clients, while being sensitive to their needs and preferences. Also, employees are committed to TMI’s vision, mission, and core values and must represents themselves accordingly. 

Job Specific Essential Duties

• Train, support, and monitor clients while in the community and vocational settings. 


• Participate in the development of a circle of support, both paid and unpaid, 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. 


• Immediately respond to calls from supervisor requesting same-day shift coverage, during the hours of 6 AM to 9 AM.

General Essential Duties 

• Complete required documentation including progress notes and medical appointment tracking according to established deadlines.


• Attend mandatory meetings and trainings including all staff meetings, team meetings, CPR, First Aid, and AED certification, and Relias (web-based learning).


• Enter the following into time-keeping system according to deadlines: timesheets, mileage reimbursements, and cell phone reimbursements.


• Maintain communication with supervisor and members of the clients’ planning team.


• Notify supervisor immediately of changes to client’s schedule and health and safety incidences.


• Respond to supervisor’s calls/text messages/emails promptly (within 24 hours). Urgent calls from supervisor must be responded to immediately.


• Respond to calls/text messages/emails from members of the clients’ planning team.


• Drive your personal vehicle to assist clients with their goals. Some positions may require use of public transportation or paratransit services.


• Provide proof of valid driver license, annual vehicle inspection, vehicle insurance, and vehicle registration (applicable only to Temecula or Corona-based employees) throughout employment.


• Comply with federal, state, and/or local reporting and disclosure requirements.


• Comply with HIPAA laws and TMI policies and procedures regarding confidentiality of information.


• Other assignments and duties as deemed appropriate by the supervisor and/or the program director.

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

Benefits* 

• 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 (i.e., SD Zoo, Legoland, retail and dining 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.