Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Adult Day Program

Job overview

Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Adult Day Program is a part-time, onsite role in Signal Hill, CA. Pay is $21.75–$24.25 per hour; new hires start at $21.75 per hour. Dungarvin provides person-centered support to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and complex medical needs, with a focus on independence. The DSP leads activities, teaches practical and social skills, supports community participation, and provides personal and behavioral support. The role helps adults work toward individual goals and greater independence through structured, documented support.

What you'll do

• Lead hands-on group activities
• teach and reinforce life, social, and communication skills and choice-making
• support outings and recreational activities
• coach individuals toward personal goals
• provide personal care and behavioral support
• follow individualized service and behavior plans
• drive company vehicles for outings
• document goals, progress, and activities
• prepare and maintain program areas.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

direct support professional

dsp

adult day program

disability services

life skills

behavioral support

personal care

signal hill ca

part-time

$21.75–$24.25/hr

monday–friday

paid training

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Eligible employees may receive medical, vision, dental, supplemental and life insurance, flexible spending and HSA accounts, 401(k) match, paid time off, paid training, referral program, employee assistance, and discounts.

Why this role

The schedule is Monday–Friday, 1:30 p.m.–6:30 p.m.; the posting states weekends off and paid training. At least six months of experience supporting adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities is required.

About the employer

Dungarvin is hiring for this role. Industry: Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities. Sector: 62.