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Direct Support Professional DSP

FREE TO BE PROGRAMS
Posted 2 months ago, valid for 20 days
Location

Lancaster, Los Angeles 93584, CA

Salary

$19.5 - $21 per hour

Contract type

Part Time

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  • Free To Be Programs is seeking Direct Support Professionals to work in two Level 6 residential group homes for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
  • The role requires implementing individualized service and behavior support plans, as well as providing life skills coaching in areas such as hygiene and budgeting.
  • Candidates should have a minimum of one year of experience and hold current DSP I and DSP II certifications, with preferred certifications in First Aid, CPR, and CPI.
  • The position offers a competitive salary along with benefits including a 401(k) plan and opportunities for training and development.
  • Ideal candidates will be confident in behaviorally intensive environments and committed to fostering independence and meaningful living for residents.
Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Competitive salary
  • Training & development
Free To Be Programs operates two Level 6 four bed residential group homes serving adults and adolescents with intellectual and developmental disabilities who require structured, behaviorally supported environments.

Our homes are intentionally small and clinically supported to ensure consistent implementation of behavior plans, individualized attention, and meaningful life skills development.  At Free To Be Programs, our mission is to empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live meaningful, self-directed lives as valued members of their community. We prioritize dignity, independence, and measurable growth.

Direct Support Professionals are expected to actively participate in behavioral training and ongoing professional development.
Key Responsibilities
  •      Implement individualized service and behavior support plans with fidelity
  •     Provide structured life skills coaching (hygiene, meal preparation, budgeting, routines, communication, social skills)
  •     This role requires active coaching, behavioral consistency, and professional accountability.

Required Qualifications
  • Current DSP I and DSP II certifications Preferred
  • Current First Aid & CPR certification
  • CPI certification and formal de-escalation training Preferred
  • Demonstrated experience implementing structured behavior support plans
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Ability to successfully complete Live Scan background clearance
Ideal Candidate
  • Confident in  behaviorally intensive environments
  • Skilled in crisis response and emotional regulation
  • Committed to fostering independence and meaningful living
  • Professional in documentation and interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Open to feedback, CEUs, and ongoing behavioral coaching
Job Duties
  • Support residents in building independence, autonomy, and emotional regulation
  • Utilize CPI and formal de-escalation techniques during behavioral escalations
  • Assist with self-administration of medication in accordance with MAP guidelines
  • Collect and document behavioral data accurately and professionally
  • Facilitate safe, purposeful community integration
  • Maintain a safe, organized, and sanitary residential environment in compliance with licensing and Regional Center standards



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