Direct Support Professional, Independent Living Services

Join the BuildAbility Team as a Direct Support Professional

Are you someone who finds joy in assisting others in reaching their goals? Do you prefer being out in the community rather than confined to a desk? Currently, we're on the lookout for Direct Support Professionals to lend support to participants in our Independent Living Services Program.

Why work with us:

• Meaningful Mission: Be a part of a team that's transforming lives and empowering individuals within the community. Our mission is to carve out a space for individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities, encouraging them to envision a life without limitations and then guiding them toward turning that vision into a reality.
• Inclusive Environment: Join an organization that values diversity, anti-racism, and inclusion in all aspects of our work.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy competitive compensation starting at $18.00 - $21.00/hour, along with a generous benefits package.
• If our values align with yours, then this opportunity is tailor-made for you!

Our Independent Living Services Program:

• In this program, we serve adults with developmental disabilities at their homes and in the community to help increase or maintain their independence. DSPs travel to meet 1-3 individuals per day and provide one-on-one skills training based on their individual goals.

As a Direct Support Professional, you will be responsible for:

• Assisting participants in their homes with tasks such as budgeting, meal planning, hygiene practices, and activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Providing opportunities for the participant to develop socialization/interpersonal communication skills and practice self-regulation/coping techniques.
• Providing hands-on training, observation, and evaluation of the participant's household tasks and assisting with further development.
• Advocating for participants' inclusion in the community and empowering them to exercise their rights.
• Use BuildAbility’s digital program to log the individual’s progress and performance.

Schedule:

• 10-20 hours per week
• Mornings to evenings
• Hours assigned are subject to change weekly based on availability

Work location:

• San Fernando Valley Region, Sunland, Tujunga, and Burbank, CA
• Traveling position 

Compensation:

• Starting at $18.00 - $21.00/hour (dependent upon prior experience and qualifications).

Benefits:

• Paid Sick Time (56 hours)
• Mileage Reimbursement and Paid Travel Time
• Employee Assistance Program
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
• Opportunity for Career Advancement

Additional Full-time Benefits

• 90% coverage for Medical and 100% coverage for Dental and Vision insurance
• 100% Employer Paid Life Insurance for up to 2X the annual salary with Reliance Standard
• Paid vacation starting at 2 weeks per year
• 13 paid holidays per year

Required Qualifications:

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with individuals with disabilities, their family members, employers, and others in a positive and constructive manner.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Must pass a DOJ Live Scan fingerprinting background clearance.
• Valid California Driver’s License, automobile insurance, and reliable transportation.
• Willing to travel: up to 75%.
• Proof of two COVID-19 vaccination doses or submit a request for accommodation based upon a medical condition or deeply held religious belief.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Fluent in Spanish.
• Prior experience supporting individuals with disabilities. If you don’t have experience, we will provide on-the-job training. Some of our best staff did not have experience prior to being hired at BuildAbility!